***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.
Natalie says
WINDOWS ME!
I love being able to keep up with my friends via facebook, email, etc…without a device to get on the internet with, i would lose that connection!
Samantha says
Windows me!!! I’m a compulsive email checker, for sure!
Rebecca says
Windows Me! Love having all my books in one place. Awesome Giveaway.
Rae says
WINDOWS ME! I love having a tablet because I have instant entertainment for my kids if I’m in a pickle.
Diana says
WINDOWS ME! I rely on my smart phone for internet entertainment while on the trian for business trips. (Amtrak wifi leaves a lot to be desired!)
KellyJo says
windows me! i have to travel for work a lot – so my phone helps me stay connected. a tablet would be a DREAM! =)
Amy says
WINDOWS ME!
I need my electronics for organization and pictures!
Monica says
WINDOWS ME!! I love my little netbook, I do everything on it…books for our preschool, e-mail, photos, blog reading :) But it is old and I need a new device, plus I don’t have a smart phone (I am THAT one person!) and I have a special needs toddler who would benefit from some educational apps. Really…Windows MEEEE!
MK_Marie says
WINDOWS ME! As a graphic designer I am perma-attached to any sort of electronic device. Checking email, chatting with clients, looking up addresses, you name it and I’m carrying around at least two different devices at all times to do it.
Michelle says
WINDOWS ME! I check email on my phone all the time! I also use my phone for social media/internet creeping
Chana says
Windows Me! I really need a new computer for school!
Christina M says
Windows Me! Watching netflix around the house or while cooking!
Gary Chan says
WINDOWS ME!
Can’t live without internet access and “Cops”
Leila Waddell says
“WINDOWS ME! talk to my friend in Brazil via Skype anywhere I go.
shokufeh says
WINDOWS ME!
I love that my phone allows me to easily document and share my child with those who love him.
Lisa says
Windows Me! Let’s me stay in touch with family when I’m abroad!
Nattie says
“WINDOWS ME”
I use my laptop all the time to check the weather, find new recipes, and find great tips on daily living.
Jenna says
Windows me!
Erica says
WINDOWS ME!
I recently received a tablet as a birthday gift. Hubby is super jealous of it so he would get this one if I won. I love that I can take it everywhere and read my books. It’s so much better than lugging around the paper copy (and it saves trees, right?)!
Veronica B says
WINDOWS ME
I love that I can be in close contact with my kids whenever they need me. I also appreciate the ability to view my calendar on the go.
DawnSC says
WINDOWS ME
My phone lets me take pictures of my son and post them to our photo sharing site for immediate viewing by his adoring public. As the only grandchild on both sides, he is definitely adored/spoiled. :)
Katerina says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to stay on top of my email and blog feeds while on the go!
Susy says
WINDOWS ME!
The best thing that I do with my phone and computer is pictures of my children (4 years and 4 months) and keeping digital scrapbooks.
Melissa says
Windows me! Access to my email at all times
Chaya says
Windows me!
I would not survive without my iPhone to be in touch with family overseas!
Stacey R. says
WINDOWS ME!
Oh my, without a doubt its the phone finding app! I’ve used it to locate my own phone numerous times and it was an invaluable tool to stalk, erh, I mean keep tabs on – my eighth grade son during a recent 4 day school trip to Washington D.C. that only allowed teacher chaperones. Just wait until yours gets bigger, you’ll totally understand!
Elizabeth says
Windows Me!
I need my phone for just about everything (weather, time, maps), but the best thing lately has been texting with my sister-in-law! I have a new niece (named Clara, no less!), and even when she doesn’t have time to talk, she can flip a quick text, so I can see the baby and keep in touch.
Vicki says
Windows Me!
Right now it’s my Kindle. I love having so many books everywhere I go!
Leslie Bernardon says
WINDOWS ME!!
My phone/tablet allow me to have my books at the touch of a button and allow me to check Google Reader to catch up on my favorite blogs!
Eli S. says
WINDOWS ME!! I love storing photos on my computer.
Danielle Eckstron says
WINDOWS ME
The best thing about having a smart phone is the instant gratification of information. Who was that actress in that one movie? Well let me look. :)
Cathie says
Windows Me! I’d have to say having the navigator is a life saver sometimes.
Jenny B says
WINDOWS ME! I’m not sure what I would do without my phone! I use it for everything.
Theresa says
Windows Me!
I love the camera’s on phones but e-books are super handy on vacation too! Would love to try these, fingers are crossed!
nic says
WINDOWS ME! please!!
I don’t have a tablet, or a smart phone so this would be amazing for me!
Dan says
Windows me!
I use my phone to check on my fantasy baseball team (and football team, when they’re in season). Keeps me current without having to log into my computer!
Jan S. says
Staying in contact with my grown children. One in NYC and one in
Japan. Email and Facebook make it so much easier and much less intrusive
and “naggy”
Amanda says
Windows me!
I love my accessing my ebooks on the go…it is a huge space saver when traveling!
Alina says
Windows Me! I would quite literally be lost without my maps!
Ashton B says
WINDOWS ME!! I literally would be lost without technology… My life is planned out in my phone, I keep in touch with loved ones online, and make money for my family online also!!
Jen Francis says
I couldnt pay my bills without my desktop….my creditors and utilities appreciate it as well. My phone – how did we ever find things “back in the day”. I dont have anything like this – I know I would find a lot of uses.
Laura says
WINDOWS ME!
the most valuable thing about my phone is to take photos everywhere i go! i love going through my old photos on my phone and see random, happy moments i captured!
Karyl says
Windows me! Loading up a borrowed ipad with movies for our kids on a cross country flight made it so much more enjoyable (for everyone!). Also, although I never thought I’d enjoy an e-reader, I loved being able to read at night without turning the bedside light on.
Cheri K. says
WINDOWS ME!
Weather, Navigation, Email, and Instagram (all on my phone).
kc says
WINDOWS ME!
would love an e-reader function
Mark S says
WINDOWS ME!
It’s gotta be directions. I’d be lost without the GPS on my phone…literally
Kari says
Windows me…texting and email away from home!
Amanda says
Windows me! Photos, I have them where ever I go!
Kerin says
WINDOWS ME!
Love being able to keep in touch with relatives far away through social media!
Erin@Managing the Manor says
WINDOWS ME! I would be lost with the Notes and Reminder features on my phone. I keep organized lists for everything from grocery needs to ideas for each room in our house. Thank for the amazing giveaway!