***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.
Erin W. says
WINDOWS ME! Having my email and internet on the go are super important!!
Beth A. says
WINDOWS ME!!
I love having email access, being able to check the weather, and taking and sharing photos all from my phone.
Colleen Wheeler says
“Windows Me!” My phone is my favorite camera these days, without it I wouldn’t have daily pics of my kiddos!
Jill K says
WINDOWS ME!
I think it would be valuable to keep in touch with our kids. They are so tech savvy. We have to give them our cell phones to set up.
Pictures are nice too. It is nice to look back at the memories of how big the kids are now and how little they use to be.
Shweta says
WINDOWS ME! My computer is my bread and butter :)
Tara says
WINDOWS ME! Honestly, the best thing my devices do is connect me to Facebook/texting/etc. so I can stay in touch with my friends, who are all scattered across the country!
Kathy says
“Windows Me”. Invaluable to stay in touch with my daughter who just had her first baby…aka my first grandson!!
KaeleyAnne says
My dissertation and research work is on my computer! And so are all of my photographs.
Katie says
Windows Me!
I love having a portable way to showcase my hubby’s awesome photography skills.
Davida says
WINDOWS ME! My most valuable thing my computer does is keep track of all my grades!
Amita Parashar says
Windows me! IT keeps my fiancee occupied so I can sleep on the plane. Worth its weight in gold! (which is not much weight, I guess…)
Casey says
WINDOWS ME! My smartphone is great for being able to stay connected to friends and family. While I don’t own a full fledged tablet, I do own an ancient Nook that I love! It’s fantastic for reading things you’re embarrassed about reading…
Andrew says
Windows ME! I love being able to read with ease wherever I go
Grace says
WINDOWS ME!
Even though it seems like a small thing, I rely most heavily on my phone to act as a To-Do list. It’s the most expensive list keeper out there! Haha.
Emily says
Windows me!! Organizing pictures and email!
Amy in Lake Tahoe says
Windows Me!
It keeps in touch with the ones I love!
Sara says
Windows me! It HAS to be checking my email on the go since I’m an attorney and I don’t have “regular” office hours.
Leslie Ross says
Windows me! I cannot live without my e-reader!!!
chrissy says
WINDOWS ME! I can’t live without my pinterest app on my phone to kill some time on my train ride to/from work!
Andrea says
WINDOWS ME! I probably use more of my time on the computer on facebook. And after that.. using google as spell check. Whoopsie.
Marianne Hosler says
Windows me!
I love being able to easily access my photos on my phone, and check Facebook and Instagram (what can I say, I just love social media!)
KayGray says
WINDOWS ME – Honestly, I most value having a mobile entertainment device for my kiddo, with puzzles and semi-educational games as well as videos, for those looooong trips
Morgan says
WINDOWS ME
And it stores all of my vacation photos!
Lindsey Hammer says
WINDOWS ME!
melanie says
WINDOWS ME! my phone is my third hand – instant access to e-mail is amazing. i’d be lost without it!
mary sweeney says
WINDOWS MEEEEE!
Pics of my family!they are the best.
Sarah S. says
WINDOWS ME!
I love that our tablet allows us to video chat with our new niece in the UK!
Kim D says
“WINDOWS ME”
I love that I keep track of my boys when they are out with friends in the neighborhood.
Maureen says
WIndows me!
Lately, my computer has been crucial in feeding my crochet obsession. There are so many great free patterns and tutorials out there! I’m browsing late into the night.
Taylor says
WINDOWS ME! I love the ability to store all of my beloved pictures on my computer.
Melissa L says
WINDOWS ME! I’d be lost without the calendar on my phone to keep track of appointments. I live and die by my calendar!
Devin says
WINDOWS ME, please!
My computer helps me keep my whole life organized. I use it for records, lists, and research.. it’s invaluable.
Meagan says
WINDOWS ME
I love how my phone and computer are synced / linked with my calendar and email. It’s really helpful that I only have put things in there once and helps me stay on track with what I have to do and where I need to be.
Linda says
WINDOWS ME! I love having a camera on my phone so I can always be ready to take pics of my little one and then share with family :o)
Samm Spangler says
Windows ME!!
I have to be in constant contact with my mom who is over 1,000 miles away
Jennifer LaBarge says
Windows me! I love having on-the-go entertainment for myself and kids while we are in waiting rooms, etc.
Emily says
Windows Me!
Jessica says
Windows me!
I love that I can stay connected with my phone and my laptop (Skype, Facebook, etc), especially since my family is far away.
K says
WINDOWS ME! I love my iPhone mostly for capturing quick pictures and videos of my kids.
Jenna says
WINDOWS ME! I would be lost (quite literally) without my Google maps app!
keisha says
WINDOWS ME! I have to say that beyond the regular phone functions, the camera has proven most invaluable, for both photos and videos.
Sarah L says
Windows me!!! I love having a little shopping device in my pocket. But it’s dangerous!!!
Brenda says
Windows Me! Scrabble on my phone!
Mallory says
WINDOWS ME! I have to have my tablet for email, facebook, pinterest and, of course, YHL!
Kayla P says
Windows me!! My phone lets me take pictures of my son anytime, anywhere! I just have to remember to back them up…
Valerie says
WINDOWS ME! Definitely use it instead of buying books… it’s nice to have the power without making a trip to the store.
LINDSAY says
WINDOWS ME!
I love being able to check this blog from my phone, duh :)
I’ve been getting more into reading so love having an e-reader. So nice to download books right to it.
Jane C. says
Windows me! Being able to keep in touch via video with my nephews is an absolute must!
Marita says
WINDOWS ME!
Checking my email and using microsoft word to make worksheets and write papers. Those are my essentials.
Susie says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to check my email wherever I am at.