***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.
Audrey C. says
WINDOWS ME
what doesn’t my smart phone/tablet/laptop do for me? i’m sadly subhuman without them…
Penny says
Windows me!!!
Alisha S says
WINDOWS ME
I love being able to check e-mail on the go
marymc says
Windows me! I love finding surprise videos my granddaughter makes for me on my ipad.
Colin says
WINDOWS ME! We couldn’t keep track of our calendar without smart phones.
Scott says
WINDOWS ME! Having medical apps, textbooks, and videos so I can get prepared for my surgery residency!
P.s. congrats on the house!
Emily says
WINDOWS ME!
I don’t know what I did without maps with navigation on my phone. I guess I was probably just lost all the time.
John Sheehan says
Windows Me!
I’m a soldier deployed away from home. Traveling around so much makes a computer too bulky and I need a webcam to communicate with my wife and kids. A year is too long without seeing the family.
Mikala says
Windows me! I love using it to make shopping lists and to create my p90x meal plans.
Rob says
WINDOWS ME!
Just got a new smart phone not that long ago. Love the convenience of being able to check news updates, have something to do while riding in the car, etc. but man, those little touch screen keys are hard for my big fingers!
CJ says
Windows me. The iphone helps with everything on the go, facebook – email – pictures!
Robyn says
WINDOWS ME!
I can’t imagine not having the freedom of my mobile office, aka my phone! I love not being tied down to four walls and a door–my “office” comes with me everywhere!!
Melissa says
WINDOWS ME!
It’s a tie between being able to take photos/videos on my phone and my Nook – love to read and it’s light and easy to take anywhere!
grace says
WINDOWS ME! I’ve rediscovered my love of reading now that I own a tablet. Definitely the most valuable thing is the books I’ve downloaded.
KellyM says
WINDOWS ME into the world……that tablet alone could meet all my tech needs at home….
Jeni says
Windows me! I have two little ones and am always on the go…even if it is just in my house!
Kristina says
Windows Me! Entertains 3 year old daughter, when I have to get something done.
Maggie says
Windows me! Because the two year old needs to see youtube clips of elephants at a moment’s notice.
Stacy says
Windows Me!
Alex M says
WINDOWS ME!! Can’t go without emails and texting, but especially can’t go without the camera!
Angela S. says
WINDOWS ME! I love having my entire library with me on my Nook! It’s fabulous. I also love being able to find new restaurants on my smart phone!: )
Reuben says
WINDOWS ME!
I need my phone for emails on the go.
Tisha says
WINDOWS ME! I love having quick access to information (word definitions, wikipedia, etc) without having to buy even more bookshelves.
Val says
WINDOWS ME!
I keep my photos and music on my computer — so convenient.
Elissa B. says
WINDOWS ME! Where do I start: email, GPS, Facetime with the kids….
Stephanie says
WINDOWS ME!
I use my phone for work a lot. I manage our college’s Facebook page and love the convenience of being able to see a notification to our page and quickly respond to comments, questions, and post photos of our students when we are out on film sets without having to wait until I’m back at my desk. Like you guys though, it sometimes hard to leave work alone when it’s right there on your phone at all times!
Blair P says
WINDOWS ME
Pictures
Deborah Hinkel says
WINDOWS ME! Love keeping up with what is going on in the world!
Jackie says
windows me! Our old school laptop holds all our family photos and is how I check email and your blog!
Shawn D says
WINDOWS ME!I love using technology to plan future vacations and culinary adventures. So much out there to inspire you!
Nawel A says
WINDOWS ME! As depressing as it sounds, I’m completely lost and feel unhinged without my smartphone. I rely on it heavily, primarily to check my work emails and to respond when I leave the office. Not only that, but checking in with family/friends on facebook and taking a million pictures on my phone keep me sane! I spend all day on the computer at work, that I don’t want to sit in front of one when I get home….yet working on a tablet or my phone seems different somehow.
Nicole Kidd says
Windows Me! I keep all my one-year old babies adorable photos contained on my phone :)
Naomi says
WINDOWS ME!
The most important things are my pictures….should probably back them up.
Dani says
Windows me! My tablet once saved me on a cross country flight where there was no food and no entertainment! Thank goodness I had a few movies and books preloaded!
Aimee H says
WINDOWS ME!
I dont have one…I can only imagine the amount of books I could read while out…or how I could entertain our kids on the go……just maybe.
Caitlin says
WINDOWS ME! My laptop is my “work computer” at an urban elementary/middle school where I don’t have a room that I can lock it in. Would be great to have a more portable tablet to work on!
laura says
WINDOWS ME!
I couldn’t live without texting and the camera on my phone.
Rachel says
WINDOWS ME
It’s a toss up between my calendar and watching tv/movies! We don’t have a television at home and only use our computer for that purpose!
Meghan L. says
WINDOWS ME!
The most valuable thing on my phone is the alarm. I’m so forgetful that it’s a huuuge lifesaver!
joann says
Gotta have those e-books on vacation!!!
Kelsey says
WINDOWS ME!!
We’ve started spending a lot of time in waiting rooms as we get ready for our little one’s arrival. Being able to read the news or kill some time with a favorite game helps the wait go by so much faster.
Monica says
WINDOWS ME! I would be lost without the Internet on my phone! Helps me look up recipes and browse Pinterest when on the go ;)
Shelley @ Green Eggs and Hamlet says
WINDOWS ME! I’m on my laptop all day at work, which gives me a paycheck, which simply makes life possible. I know, not the coolest answer, but very true. But I do also love my smartphone for giving me quick access to keep in touch with friends and fam.
Erin says
Windows me
I couldn’t live without my pinterest!!
Kate Danne says
Windows Me! Pictures!
Kiri says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to check my email on my phone.
Jessie T. says
WINDOWS ME! I would use a tablet to entertain the wee little one on road trips. Yowza, the unhappiness that car seat causes my 18 month old is too much for this mama.
Suzanne says
WINDOWS ME!
I use my computer for everything. It’s my little personal organizer :)
Whitney says
Windows me! To be real honest, I use our computer for Hulu dates with my hubby! Gotta catch up on all our shows! However, I am obsessed with getting a phone with a better camera so I can take pictures of everything!
ashe says
WINDOWS ME i have to be able to read young house love, duh!