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Julie Strietelmeier

I created The Gadgeteer in 1997 as a fun way to share my passion for gadgets which began when I was a little kid. Some of my other interests include ukulele, photography, and productivity hacks. Learn more about me and my favorite gear. You can now find me on https://www.youtube.com/@JulieStrietelmeier and https://juliestrietelmeier.com/

Tech-B cyber button review – it’s a button with superpowers

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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – You’re a geek and one of your buttons just popped off. What do you do? Go find a needle and thread and sew it back on, or replace it with a titanium button that has a built-in NFC tag? If you’re reading this, I think we already know the answer to that […]

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Brydge 11 Max+ Wireless Keyboard Case with Trackpad review – Transform your iPad Pro into a laptop

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REVIEW – Some people use their iPad as their primary computer and a great way to make it more functional is to add a keyboard and a mouse. The obvious way to do this is with Apple’s Magic Keyboard, but not everyone has an additional $299 in their budget for one. Today I’m going to

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This 10-in-1 carabiner multi-tool will make a great stocking stuffer for EDC fans!

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NEWS – There’s still plenty of time to grab this stocking stuffer for the multi-tool collectors on your holiday shopping list. It’s the ATECH 10-in-1 carabiner multi-tool. It’s constructed of stainless steel and is designed to be included in your EDC (every day carry). It features 10 functions that include a carabiner, box cutter, Philips

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Your kitchen needs one of these awesome Coke themed refrigerators!

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NEWS – What do you get the home that has everything? The gift of cool Cokes (see what I did there?)! SMEG has partnered with Coca-Cola to launch two retro-themed refrigerators. One refrigerator has the classic red and white vintage Coca-Cola feel and the other one has a hippy vibe that celebrates the 50th anniversary of

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POGO Automatic is an all in one blood glucose meter for simplified diabetes management

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NEWS – I’ve been a pre-diabetic since 2004 and I’m always looking for new ways to manage that health issue without drugs. For me, I follow the Keto diet and I have been using the Freestyle Libre 14 day CGM (blood glucose sensor) for the last year. I’m super lucky because my employer and my

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This is the craziest slingshot you’ve ever seen!

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NEWS – The Handbaige slingshot is unlike any slingshot I’ve ever seen. Instead of a Y-shaped handle with a rubber band that just shoots rocks, the Handbaige slingshot shoots rocks, arrows, and can even be used for fishing! That’s right, this slingshot has a built-in fishing reel. It also has a flashlight and a laser

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BackTap puts 3 gallons of cold drinks on your back

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NEWS – Backpacks aren’t just for laptops and books, they can be for booze too! Check out the BruMate BackTap which features an easy to clean removable stainless steel insulated insert and built-in tap for easy drink pouring. The BackTap has the capacity for 3 gallons of liquid, 14 slim cans, 12 regular sized cans,

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HEAdesigns have launched something new and it’s not a knife

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NEWS – HEAdesigns are known for their pocket knives like the Wingman knife which we reviewed a few years ago. Their latest product isn’t a knife though, it’s a carabiner. Available in limited quantities, the Anchor carabiners are designed to carry your keys in style. They are constructed of titanium with an easy-to-use stainless steel

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This flashlight combines vintage style with a modern twist

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NEWS – The Barebones Vintage Flashlight might look like it came from the ’50s but it’s actually a modern LED flashlight that features aluminum and steel construction and dual brightness levels with a max of 300 lumens. It’s IPX4 water-resistant and is USB-C rechargeable. See, I told you it was modern! The Barebones Vintage Flashlight

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Here’s a multi-tool that you wear around your waist!

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NEWS – Back in 2014, Andy told us about the Slidebelts Survival Belt Kickstarter campaign and now seven years later, I want to show you their updated Survival Belt 2.0. You might as well call this a wearable multi-tool because this belt features a built-in stainless steel knife with a titanium nitride coating, a Ferro

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These wireless chargers are over the top geeky which is why you’ll want one!

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NEWS – Power Idolz from Numskull are movie and game-themed wireless chargers for your smartphone that put pop culture icons right on your desk. From Jaws, Ghostbusters, and Back to the Future, to Sonic the Hedgehog, the Power Idolz chargers fast charge (10W) your device in true geek style. These Qi chargers are $47.99 for

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Here’s a 30-in-1 multi-tool gift idea for EDC newbies

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NEWS – The Flextailgear FLEX TOOL 30-in-1 multi-tool is a stocking stuffer idea for new EDC fans on your holiday shopping list. I say new EDC fans because this multi-tool might be more of a novelty than a functional tool. But that’s just a guess on my part only because it has so many built-in

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Ridge adds a key case to their popular line of minimalist wallets

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NEWS – Ridge makes one of those most popular minimalist wallets on the market. How do I know? Because we featured the Ridge wallet in a review back in 2015 and that review was one of the most read reviews on the site for several years in a row! Now Ridge has taken some of

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This lantern never needs to be charged and can heat your coffee!

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NEWS – The UCO Candlelier is a lantern that doesn’t have LED or batteries. It’s old school and uses candles for both light and to heat small containers of liquid like a mini stove. It is made in the USA, features aluminum construction, with a carry handle, and is available in red, yellow, green, and

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This spoon is designed to make your mediocre cooking taste better

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NEWS – Instead of becoming a better cook, you can use this magic spoon to improve the taste of food. Ok, it’s not really magic. It’s science. The SpoonTEK spoon uses ion sensory technology to send a mild electric current from the food to your tongue which will excite your taste buds and doing so

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