***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
And this week’s lucky winner is Amy (who says she has an “unhealthy addiction to my iPhone, between email, Facebook, Pinterest etc. but I put it away for family time.”) Congrats!
Whether it’s googling around for a tutorial, answering comments on the go, or making a list of project materials on our phone, gadgets have definitely wormed their way into our DIY routine. So we thought one of you might enjoy being hooked up with over $700 worth of Microsoft’s newest Windows devices – a Surface RT and a Windows Phone. The Surface is like a tablet, laptop, and e-reader in one – and has fun features like a kickstand for watching movies and a spill-proof keyboard for, well, when your toddler watches movies. And the Windows Phone is equally kid-friendly since it allows you create a dedicated “Kid’s Corner” so they can play without accidentally deleting all of your emails.
- PRIZE: A Microsoft Surface RT with Touch Cover and a Windows Phone (a Nokia Lumia 920 for AT&T customers, a Windows Phone 8X by HTC for others)
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “WINDOWS ME” and tell us…
- BONUS QUESTION: … what’s the most invaluable thing that your computer, tablet, or phone does for you? Is it the ability to check your email on the go? Do you love packing your tablet or e-reader on vacation instead of lugging a stack of books? Or would you be lost without access to Facebook?
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: We always beg every vendor to ship internationally but some companies are not legally able to vend things beyond specific areas (more on that here). This giveaway is open to the United States.
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, May 8th or at 10,000 entries (whichever comes first)
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winners will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winners. Good luck…
- ***COMMENT ISSUES? If you’re trying to enter but keep getting a “duplicate comment” warning, click here to see how to solve it!
Note: We aren’t paid or perked for hosting these giveaways, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of Microsoft.
Amanda says
WINDOWS ME! E-books are my favorite!!
Katherine R. says
Windows me! Lets me talk to my husband overseas while on the go. :)
Juliann says
Windows Me! It’s the apps…sometimes I just need ten minutes at the grocery store, and I love being able to dial up an app for the kiddos.
Caitlyn says
Windows me!
Laura says
WINDOWS ME!
I love being able to read blogs and emails with one hand while I’m nursing my daughter.
Sharon jenkins says
Windows me! I’m doing this on my worn out iPad that keeps shutting off. Love relaxing by checking my favorite blogs before going to sleep.
Kristin M says
Windows Me! I love accessing multiple news sources. Even the gossip sites!
Charlotte says
WINDOWS ME! I like to get my news on the laptop. I don’t have a smart phone or tablet…so don’t have any favorite features yet.
Caitlyn says
windows me!! love having navigation for when traveling plans change!
Kristin t says
Windows me! I don’t know what I would do without the camera on my phone!
Jolleen F says
Windows me!
The most valuable thing that my tech gadgets do for me is allow me to make reminder lists! I keep grocery lists on my phone, and to-do lists on my tablet.
Becky says
Windows Me! My phone entertains my two-year old when we’re out and about.
Christine says
Windows me! I’m always using my iPad and the apps from Dropbox and Notability for class. I’m graduating soon and kind of panic when confronting the idea of how to form a new relationship with the device post-grad. I think the crafty/painting apps are calling my name!
Vita says
WINDOWS ME!
Packing it on vacation, so easy!
Alyssa Pederson says
WINDOWS ME! I like to read my fave blogs daily!
Erin says
WINDOW ME!
i need to skype, check my e-mail, and of course Facebook!
Ellie says
Windows me! My phone kept me company during the frequent feedings (in the wee wee hours)of my newborn. What did previous generations do?!
Elsa says
WINDOWS ME!! I loooove my phone for the impromptu photos I can take of my adorable little girl.
Grace Watson says
WINDOWS ME! I love having pinterest on my phone for those nights when I can’t sleep (due to being in the third trimester). Its a life-saver!
Carolyn says
Windows Me!
We use our tablet to video chat with grandparents on a regular basis. They love to watch our 1 year old growing up even when they live in another state!
megs says
WINDOWS ME-having moved away from my family/friends, it has to be the ability to connect to my loved ones
Stacey says
WINDOWS ME!
Korey says
Windows me!!! It stores our family photos!
Sarah M says
Windows Me! :) I love my google calendar and task lists!
Alana U says
WINDOWS ME! My computer allows me to write my dissertation so I can graduate with my Ph.D.!
Mel says
Windows me! I love being able to use my phone to video chat with my boyfriend on the other side of the world! Technology is amazing!!
allison says
Windows Me!
I love being able to look up things instantly!
LI says
WINDOWS ME!
Daniel says
WINDOWS ME!
Have to have my gadgets for work, play and the kids. 1 device satisfies all family members!
Sabrina Snyder says
Windows me!
it lets me share family photos with friends!
Brenda says
Windows me! My mini notebook is so old it groans and loses its battery pack from time to time. Can’t live without access to three sets of emails, family calendar, librivox, and all the radio and podcasts I listen to after everyone else is in bed.
Andi Loftus says
WINDOWS ME!!
My husband and I work opposite shifts (me 7am-3pm, him 3pm-12) so tablets and smart phones are the way we stay connected on work days. Texts, quick video chat, anything to share our days.
Andi says
WINDOWS ME!
I held out for a long time, but now I’m a texter! That’s what I use my phone for the most, but LOVE that I can easily get directions or take a good picture whenever I want!
KathyL says
windows me! I need something portable as my computer is on one end of the house and the tv on the other, lol. paying bills is a breeze with a computer. thanks.
Carey says
Windows Me! I’d be lost without Siri and telling her to remind me to do everything.
Vicki says
Windows me!
I love my smartphone for surfing the internet and managing my life on the go and I love loading my ereader with lots of books for reading while traveling.
Mandy says
windows me!
I’m currently addicted to Instagram!
Kaitlyn says
Windows me! I recently got a smartphone for the first time and I love being able to access email and maps when I am out. So helpful!
Melynda says
Windows me! I definitely use my phone to entertain my 1 1/2 year old the most!
Sheena says
Windows me! I currently live in a different city than my husband so without a phone I wod t get to talk to my husband all week…that would be lame!
Crystal says
Windows Me!
I’m starting to see the usefulness of e-books. And I’d love to have a phone that could do more than make a phone call.
Brooke says
Windows me! I love my computer because I can stay connected with my family who lives far away.
Melissa says
WINDOWS ME!
I don’t have a tablet or a smartphone, but I take my ipod touch with me everywhere. It’s how I keep in touch with my family throughout the day. I can’t wait to see what you do to your new house!
Julie says
WINDOWS ME! I love how fast I can acces anything online wherever I am. And acces to TV shows on my phone is a must for keeping my toddler in one spot when we’re out to eat with friends or family.
Jesette says
WINDOWS ME!!!! Keeping my pictures all in one place when it comes to my computer and checking my e-mail on my phone is great!
Kate B says
WINDOWS ME!
My laptop serves as my TV – saving money on the cable bill is awesome, not to mention no ads.
Grace says
Windows me!
I just finished my master’s degree and am about to start a 5-year PhD program, so I can’t survive without having access to e-mail and files whenever I need them!
Melissa says
WINDOWS ME!
Checking out my favorite blog of’course!
amanda mcnamara says
WINDOWS ME!! I love the app Feedly for reading blogs on the go, YHL being my favorite of course!
Rachel says
Windows me!! I love being able to read and surf in bed.