***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.
Alison says
WINDOWS ME
My technology connects me to the people I love who are far away!
Ellie says
WINDOWS ME!
I’d be so sad if I couldn’t get Facebook at a moment’s notice!
stephanie says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to read on my iPhone, laptop, desktop, and kindle – I can stop at one place on my kindle and pick up at the exact right spot on my iPhone.
Maria says
WINDOWS ME! While this might not be the most INVALUABLE thing my laptop/smart phone does for me, I love coming home from working and browsing my list of favourite blogs, including yours, of course!!
Ashlie says
Windows me!
I would love to be able to store photos, as well as be able to stay connected with friends, family and colleagues.
Norma Pennycuff says
Windows Me!
I love being able to use my phone to answer my kids questions. Really. I remember asking adults questions and being told it was a good question that I should ask at school. So lame. Now we can get answers NOW and keep the discussion going!
Diandra says
WINDOWS ME!
Honestly, I think it’s just the ability to google whatever little factoid or word or actor that I recognize but can’t place. Instant gratification. :D
Monica Rae says
Windows me!
Taking photos and videos of my baby girl!
AndreaReneeJ says
WINDOWS ME! My computer is my lifeline for nursing school. My professors talk WAY TOO FAST for handwriting notes! :)
Kelly says
WINDOWS ME!!! Love that I can check my emails wherever I go….since I’m a workaholic and constantly checking my mail. :-)
Frank says
WINDOWS ME! I love having access to email on the go.
erin says
WINDOWS ME im addicted to facebook and my celeb gossip!
Tricia says
Windows me! I love being able to read on my nook app wherever I am!
Becky says
Windows me! The most important thing I do is video chat with my beautiful grandchildren.
frances says
Windows me!
finding directions and transit times in the city has made life so much easier!
Bonnie says
Windows me – I love having a tablet when I travel. SO much lighter than a full computer!
Tricia says
Windows Me! I love being connected from anywhere – it’s a great excuse to leave the office :)
Elizabeth G. says
WINDOWS ME!
I love that I can check my email.
heidiG says
Windows Me!! Music, music, music. I listen to it all day, everyday :)
frank says
windows me. cant live without my facebook access.
Anne says
WINDOWS ME. I mostly use my laptop for finding information. I use it read blogs, look up factoids and research things. I am a complete nerd when it comes to gathering information.
Rebecca says
WINDOWS ME! My ancient 7 year old laptop keeps me connected to the world, as I stay at home with my daughter in a rural location. I am not sure what I will do when it kicks the bucket as we won’t be able to afford a new one!
Courtney says
WINDOWS ME!! I love my Kindle because it has motivated me to read more!
Allison Kolodinsky says
Windows me!!!
Bedtime just wouldn’t be the same without my computer. As a busy mom, it is “my time” to catch up on my favorite blogs, Pinterest, etc and my most valuable things are my precious pictures and videos!!
Lauren Elizabeth says
WINDOWS ME! My laptop holds all of my photographs – I don’t think I could ever go back to keeping them in shoe boxes in the closet!
Bonnie says
windows me! i feel so naked without my phone. i get a ton of email so it keeps me connected!
Mel Zeiger says
WINDOWS ME!! I love that our tablet has a ton of our pics on it, so easy to show everyone ;)
Patricia says
Windows ME!!!! Love being able to take pics with my phone and would be lost without my e-reader!!
Emma L says
WINDOWS ME! I love that my electronic device lets me see my husband’s face every day and hear his voice through Skype when I am on the right side of the Atlantic for work and he is at home on the left side of that big ocean.
Cris T says
Windows me! I love having all of my “brain” on my tablet!
Leah M says
WINDOWS ME! All of my mobile devices allow me to read amazing blogs like YHL!… And play Simpsons Tapped Out because I’m nerdy like that.
anna alvarez says
Windows me!!! I would be lost without the ability to instagram or facebook! How else would I share the crazy moments of my 2yearold!!
Linda says
WINDOWS ME!
My computer lets me work from home, and a Surface RT would let me work away from it too (I’d get strange looks if I tried to work from the coffee shop with my desktop!)
Caitlin says
Windows me! Pandora on my cell phone is essential!
Deidre says
WINDOWS ME! My electronics are so out of date!
Jamie F says
WINDOWS ME! It would have to be the maps function on my phone. No more getting lost on my long driving adventures!
Jessica says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having everything on my phone… email, pictures, Kindle app, etc ;)
Nicole Marie says
Windows me!
I love my access to GPS when traveling for work, and my unlimited access to Instagram to document my life!
Joanna says
Windows Me!
Love my iPad for trips
Dawn says
I love that my iPhone keeps all of my music. I can use it as an escape from my workday while completing paperwork or enjoying my lunch.
Valerie A. says
Windows Me!
I use my computer for everything: music, bills, books, shopping, work, social networking, and of course the very addictive pinterest.
Jas says
Windows me! Keeping in touch with family and friends: one word emails to twp-hour Skype conversations! And series watching!!
Jill says
Windows Me! My computer keeps me in touch with my family. I am currently on Mat leave and live in a small town, where I didn’t grow up so have no family and here and only a few friends…if not for my computer I would be so isolated!
Michelle says
Windows me. I love emails at my fingertips…… But it’s really meant for my child to play games and read books.
Rossi Cannon says
WINDOWS ME! The most valuable thing mine does is connect me to the Internet. How else would I foster my DIY obsession?
Lindsay says
Windows me! Love having films on the go!
Tishlee Harrison says
Windows me! I am able to look through and follow all my favorite blogs, such as younghouselove ;) ;) as well as keep my toddler occupied anywhere! Technology is aweeeesome!
Kelly says
WINDOWS ME! I love having something that I can look things up on at any whim.
Misty says
Window Me! Keeping me updated on everything – news, weather, books, and even facebook.
Jules says
WINDOWS ME! I’d have to say check emails when I’m not at home.