***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.
Caity says
WINDOWS ME!
The most invaluable thing my computer does for me is sustain my livelihood! I am a software engineer, so without a computer I would be out of a job.
Aside from that, I think always having my calendar has been the most helpful thing about having a smartphone.
Molly Petsch says
WINDOWS ME! My iPhone might as well be my 7 month old’s phone! I track his eating, sleeping, etc., take and send photos of him to family and friends and FaceTime the grandparents!
Michelle F. says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having a camera on my phone so I can take and share pictures at any time. I have heard wonderful things about tablets and e-readers and would love to be able to experience the awesomeness :)
RachelMae says
WINDOWS ME
I only got my first smart phone 6 months ago, but already I can’t imagine life without being able to check my email and facebook on the go…
Mara T. says
Windows me! I mostly use my iPad to stay in touch with friends and family, especially those in other parts of the country or overseas. Last time I was in India I used an app to call home on the cheap and it was even better than a phone call because I could use video too.
Katie says
Windows Me!!! The ability to stay connected to family and friends!
michele says
Windows Me! I would be forever lost without my maps.
alison says
WINDOWS ME! I would be lost without email on my phone. Thanks for the giveaway. I have been loyal to Apple but would love the chance to try the Surface.
Anna says
WINDOWS ME!!
I love my smart phon for many reasons, but I think the greatest thing is always having a camera available. Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
brett says
Windows me! And I love checking the weather all the time.
Brett says
WINDOWS ME
I love my phone for all of the entertainment it provides.
Jodi says
WINDOWS ME!! Facebook and email.
Nicky Potasnick says
Windows Me! Weirdly enough…to keep track of lists like grocery lists, things I need for the house, etc. so that I always have it on hand.
Faith says
Windows Me! My tablet and phone were sanity savers when I was working so hard to be able to breastfeed my baby girl.
Riata says
WINDOWS ME! I run a design business from home, but am married to a guy who loves to travel. Being able to take work with me wherever we go is a life-changer.
Shannon says
WINDOWS ME! The most invaluable thing my phone and laptop do for me is internet access (with email included in that)!
Sarah says
WINDOWS ME! I love that my tablet lets me play games on the go. Nothing makes a wait at the Post Office easier ;)
Sara says
Windows me! I love my nook.
Valerie Clark says
Windows Me!…I love listening to books on the go.
Jen says
WINDOWS ME! Love being able to check my e-mail from my phone.
Amelia says
Windows ME!
This would be wonderful for my husband, who is on the go all the time and is always looking for a better way to keep in touch with his family in Madagascar.
Barbra says
WINDOWS ME!
As a wonderful distraction to a 5 year old who love the technology and learns it faster than us “old” people!
Meena@LittleDinos says
Windows Me! Email on my phone :)
Lindy says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to keep track of the whole family’s schedule!!
Steve Sutcliffe says
Windows me! Watching videos on YouTube from my phone.
E.D.R. says
Windows me! My calendar, otherwise I would never be where I am supposed to be.
Elizabeth says
Windows Me! I would be lost with out my phone, I use the map app all the time!
Naomi says
WINDOWS ME!
Email mostly…
Sarah B says
WINDOWS ME!
Definitely love my computer/Kindle for the ability to take it with me, and reading outside on the deck. Laptop definitely for pictures and photoshop!
Amy Learn says
Windows Me!!! Love to use the Maps Aps!
Tanna W says
Windows me
Definitely the ability to take pictures at any time. I have a 6 month old daughter and I feel the need to take pictures of just about everything she does. It’s all just too cute!
Abby Winters-Bona says
windows me!
Phil says
Windows me!
Rachel H says
Windows me! E-books!
Lauren says
WINDOWS ME!
I gotta have my email!
Mindy says
Windows me! I’d be lost without my e-books!
Anita says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to take pictures while out an about to inspire me. :)
Megan says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to use the map on my phone to search for things and, best of all, HOW TO GET THERE! I need all the help I can get!
Jen says
Windows me. My phone is not only my camera but also where I watch Netflix and my contact with the rest of the world.
Hedi says
Windows me! I love having the ability to access pics at all times.
Jess says
Windows me! I love being able to take pictures and email them out to friends and family!
Jayne says
WINDOWS ME!
I love being able to Google anything, anytime, anywhere.
Meg says
Windows Me….
I use it for watching TV because we have gone sans-cable
JessicaR says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to quickly answer any question about anything.
Jenny says
WINDOWS ME!
My computer lets me store alllllll the photos I’ve taken over the years in one easy to access spot. I love it! Oh, and my smart phone helps me from getting lost on the way to dinners with friends :)
Kathy says
WINDOWS ME! I read twice as much on my Kindle than I do with traditional books, but that’s not to say that I have completely done away with books, gotta love the feel of a book in your hand.
Michelle says
Windows me! The GPS on my phone is what I love/need most.
Tenaya fuentes says
WINDOWS ME…i love being able to read my favorite blogs wherever i go.
dave says
Windows Me!
Love being able to travel with thousands of pics! Mostly of the new baby of course!
Becka says
WINDOWS ME!
My iPhone and computer are most valuable for the photos they store!