***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.
Anna P says
Windows Me! I’m not proud of this, but my favorite thing my iPad does is stream netflix in kids mode so I can steal an extra 30 minutes of sleep while my preschoolers can navigate their own cartoons. Priceless I tell ya!
Abby says
Windows me!
Storing photos, for sure!
Katrina Portice says
WINDOWS ME — my computer keeps me current with my kids spread out all over the map!
Kristi says
“WINDOWS ME”
I use my portable devices for EVERYTHING, email, checking facebook, reading books, playing games!
Margaret says
WINDOWS ME….
I love reading books and playing sudoku on my iPad
Stephanie G. says
WINDOWS ME!
I’m totally a facebook stalker! I feel like I check the FB news feed more frequently than I check my pantry for snacks! ;)
Shira says
WINDOWS ME! :)
Use it to late-night search at design blogs and Zillow and dream…
Jessica A. says
Windows me! My phone keeps me connected when I travel (at least once a week) and keeps me connected to my family. I’d love to have a tablet to do the same rather than lug this giant ol’ laptop around!
Jasmine says
WINDOWS ME! I love my technology and would love to share this with family and friends!
Kate Stamos says
WINDOWS ME! I am not that attached to my phone actually, but I like being able to play Scrabble while waiting at appointments and things like that.
Alex says
Windows Me! I love being able to google anything and everything on my phone
Andrea says
Windows me. I love being able to text and get quick updates on my kids whereabouts
Michelle L says
WINDOWS ME!
Our iPad is great entertainment when we need our 5 year old to stay quiet and still when we are out somewhere.
kelly says
windows me.
i love feedly on my phone…
Marci Peters says
WINDOWS ME!
I love then navigation on my hubby’s phone … would love one for myself (says the girl still using a flip phone, ha!)
Wendy F. says
Windows me! Internet access on my phone – I use it constantly. From looking up recipes to remind me of what I need at the grocery store to researching just about anything. Don’t think I could live without it anymore!
Mollie says
WINDOWS ME
Jerrika says
Windows me! Right now – my laptop makes studying for the CPA exam on the go simple! This tablet would make it even easier!
Nadeen says
WINDOWS ME!!!! i love being able to check instagram! im addicted!
Robin says
WINDOWS ME!
The MOST valuable thing my laptop does for me is enable me to work and search for work. Income beats out all the other things, definitely.
Allison says
WINDOWS ME!
Definitely e-mail on the go. It makes waiting in lines so much more tolerable!
Katie says
Windows me! Love having my phone to keep the kids entertained when I’m running errands, angry birds is a lifesaver at the post office!
Karen says
Windows me! Reading, games, pictures all in one.
Stephanie B says
WINDOWS ME!
The most awesome thing my computer does is store my photos. Someday I’ll be better about printing them in a timely fashion, but until then… :)
Callie says
WINDOWS ME!
I love my shopping list app on my smart phone. For some reason not using (and throwing away) that little strip of paper each week makes me really happy.
Kendra Heatwole says
WINDOWS ME! Must. have. email.
Meagan Ramsey says
Windows me! I love that I can easily access things for work or play no matter where I am.
amber says
Windows me !
I love having instant access to my favorite blogs and pinterest. Its what gets me through the day. ;)
debbie says
Windows me! Love having electronic access to all my photos!
Sarah says
Windows me! Skype chats with family abroad! Not to mention the convenience of packing just a tiny tablet for vacations!
Tina H. says
WINDOWS ME! For me, it’s probably checking my email. Plus, podcasts, music and using the Nike Plus app for running. Too many to choose from :)!
Jen@The Decor Scene says
WINDOWS ME!!! I love to be able to answer my emails, blog, have a calendar & photo’s on my phone & computer. Thanks for a great giveaway.
Meghan says
WINDOWS ME!
I don’t know that I could live without my smartphone. I use to to answer email, look up directions, and keep my calendar and schedule organized (and it even gives me reminders!).
brooke says
Windows me! The camera and pictures. I love having pictures of my sweethearts whenever I need a pick me up.
stephanie says
Windows me!
I love my smart phone for the games, makes waiting lines so much less frustrating.
Sarah says
WINDOWS ME! I’m addicted to my email, facebook, and my kindle app. And of course texting and making calls :-)
Thank y’all for this giveaway! But aren’t y’all Mac people?
corie says
WINDOWS ME!
Apps, e-books, online banking, I need it all!
Amanda says
WINDOWS ME!
My phone and Computer sync my calendars with my husband’s so we can attempt to stay on top of our crazy schedules.
Cassie says
Windows Me!!!! Blogs are the most fun thing I do on my laptop!!! So much better to read them on the laptop then on my phone…mostly so I can see all the detail in all the gorgeous pictures!
Michele says
WINDOWS ME!!!
I love being able to ‘work’ without having to be ‘at work’.
Liz K says
Windows me! Our laptop has all of the pictures we have ever taken of our 15 month old son. So I guess I need to back them up bc I would be so sad if we lost them.
Angela Fegley says
WINDOWS ME! I love reading the news before bed but don’t like newspaper ink, so my phone does the trick.
Emily says
WINDOWS ME… I use my phone as a calendar, watch, and entertainment-source… and of course for emails and, well, calling people
Laura says
WINDOWS ME! My computer stores all my short stories!
Emily Chisholm says
Windows me! I love my tablet for reading, and my phone for emails on the go!
Sara J says
Windows me! I love the portability of my tablet, and being able to check email, blogs, etc from the couch. =D
Amy S. says
Windows Me! The most important thing is staying current with my job and up to date with my family on the other side of the country.
Bryan says
Windows me… Online banking is great
Laura Handle says
WINDOWS ME
I am a sucker for Facebook.
I also love reading and playing games. Candy Crush anyone?
Cindy Mosqueda says
WINDOWS ME! E-books……googling on the go……..email….contacts…..texting friends and family