***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.
Mary Binder says
Windows me!
I love that I can learn about anything and everything, anytime
Hopefully the random generator is going to throw me some love this time :)
Renee Van Reed says
WINDOWS ME! I love having all our home photos and videos easily accessible.
Michellelhb says
Windows me! I use my tablet to teach my students and check out my decorating blogs:)
Katie says
Windows me! I love to video chat with my baby niece and see how quickly she grows :)
Lisa says
Windows Me!
I love being able to carry my Kindle around instead of a bunch of books. I like to read 2 or 3 books at a time, so the Kindle really makes it convenient.
Maria says
WINDOWS ME!!
My computer allows me to work from home!!
Robert says
WINDOWS ME! I really need something larger mobile. My smart phone and desktop just isn’t cutting it.
stephanie says
WINDOWS ME!
I love my iphone and the ability to stay in contact with friends and family via social media.
Melania says
WINDOWS ME!!!
Heather says
Windows me!!
I love being able to pay bills and handle business on the go….Productivity! :)
Kelly says
Windows me! My tablet makes practicing multiplication tables WAY more exciting for my third graders.
Beth says
Windows Me! I still have a flip phone. But I do love my kindle for reading on the go.
Hannah says
WINDOWS ME!
The only invaluable aspect of my phone is just keeping in touch with people! Plus, I am always getting lost while driving, so I need the gps!
Mel says
Windows Me! I can’t wait for some solitaire :)
Katie says
Windows me! I love using video chat with my baby niece and watching her grow :)
Katie says
I duplicated this and no clue how to delete it. Ahhhh! Help!
Ashley says
WINDOWS ME! The most valuable thing on my computer is my phones.
Caron says
Windows me
Nicole L says
“WINDOWS ME” I would be love being able to Google on the go.
Dan says
WINDOWS ME
Computers provide me a living.
Corey says
Windows me!
Being able to search for an answer no matter were I am is invaluable to me.
Kimberly says
Windows Me!!! Because I am directionally challenged, Googlemaps on my iphone is a lifesaver. Every time!
beth says
Windows me! photography on the go!
Lyuda says
WINDOWS ME
Definitely the map on my phone. How did people get around before navigation systems?
Ashley says
WINDOWS ME! The most valuable thing on my computer are my photos.
Regina says
WINDOWS ME!!
I love being able to have reminders and calendar options on my phone- sometimes I am a tad forgetful, so those features help me more than you can imagine :)
Alison says
Windows me! I love being able to take and post photos of my little guy!
Emiles says
WINDOWS ME!!!! I love packing my e-reader instead of books, but would love to pack a tablet rather than a laptop for vacay!
Amanda Sheren says
Windows Me! I would not have nearly as many photos (or videos!) of my new son if it wasn’t for my iphone. Thanks to those two abilities, I have been able to keep my friends and family up-to-date on all things Jake as well as keep an invaluable record of his life so far.
Sara says
WINDOWS ME! I love it for easy access of anything anywhere.
Kyle Madsen says
WINDOWS ME!!!! Right now I have a crap phone and no tablet, but i dream of being able to just grab my tablet as an architecture students and be able to share my projects instead of lugging around the heavy laptop I need to run 3D design software.
Alisa says
WINDOWS ME!
I love being able to talk to my mom every day with my phone and also taking pictures of moments I want to remember.
Michelle coffey says
Windows Me!! I love easy access to email and photos!
Russell S says
WINDOWS ME! I love having EVERYTHING synced to the cloud with Hotmail and Skydrive!!!!
Peggy says
WINDOWS ME!
Communicating with email and finding inspiration for projects are the top two uses for me.
Lara R says
WINDOWS ME!! Pinterest of course!!
Betsy says
Windows me! Ever since our son was born (he’s now 16 months old) I’ve found my phone invaluable for taking pictures and videos of him and sending them to the grandparents as updates! Can’t beat instant gratification for Grammies and Grampas!
Becky says
WINDOWS ME!
The most invaluable thing my laptop does for me is to store 15 years worth of teaching!
Jamie Anderson says
Live the ease of use and ability to easily get on Internet in split second
Kevin says
WINDOWS ME! My computer, tablet, and phone are my profession! I’m a software engineer…
Christa says
Windows Me!
I love being able to check my email on the go!
Erik B. says
WINDOWS ME! Gotta have my email.
Eileen Marie says
Windows me!
The most valuable thing my (school) tablet does for me is allow interactive learning for my students. They love to use it to read, play educational games & do research!
lauren says
Windows me!
Directions on my phone while I’m out!
Elizaeth P says
Windows Me!
Allowing easy communication with my husband to keep all of the details of our crazy schedule straight.
Sara C says
Windows me!! My favorite thing is being able to look busy while waiting for someone. It feels so awkward to just stand there now!
Kristen says
WINDOW ME!
I would be lost without being able to connect to the data about my students’ reading growth!
Edie says
Windows me!,,
Anne says
WINDOWS ME … GPS
sandy says
windows me!
Jessica Sharon says
Windows me… My computer and phone are crucial for me for the pictures of my kids! Would love the portability of the Surface!