Hi, I'm Julie
In 1997, I created The Gadgeteer, one of the longest-running independent gadget review sites on the web today. In October 2025, after 28 years of running that popular site, I shifted my passion for honest tech reviews to video. I'm excited to be focusing on my YouTube channel (@JulieStrietelmeier) where I deliver real-world gadget reviews, unboxings, and tech experiments. I'll still be doing written reviews over on Gear Diary where I'm an editor and writer.
With thousands of reviews under my belt and a promise of unbiased insights, my goal continues to help viewers make smart buying decisions on everything from tech toys and smart home gear, to EDC and retro devices.