***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.
Jessica says
Windows me!
I love that I can check in on my business websites on The go.
King says
WINDOWS ME!
I use my smartphone and computer to keep in touch with my friends and family who are close and far away. I love the likes of Gtalk, Whatsapp, and Facebook!
Nicole says
WINDOWS ME!! I love the small-ness of having just one tablet rather than 4 or 5 paperbacks while going on vacation! Also, my husband informed me last night that his phone is dying and he needs a new one!
Meera Modi says
Windows me so I don’t have to travel with my giant laptop!
Alissa says
Windows me!
I just downloaded an app for my iPhone/iPad mini that allows me to mock-up a room: dimensions, location of windows, door swings, etc. and then place furniture. It’s as if I sketched it out, without actually having to draw it! I’m addicted. So nice to figure out what we can fit in our house without having to be there to measure everything a million times over – we are in SoCal for another few months, but I have the design itch!
Angie Talbert says
Windows Me! Looks really cool and kid friendly, a must in a two toddler house.
Ellen says
WINDOWS ME! My PC lets me do freelance work, which I love!
Cori J. says
WINDOWS ME!
I use my technology to stay in touch with school faculty and staff to support my students at two middle schools (unfortunately my laptop is so heavy along with my materials for classes that I have broken THREE backpacks since working in education! I need a Surface…)! I also use it to keep in touch with my friends and family since I moved 3 hours away from them.
Sarah says
Windows me! I love my e-reader for traveling! I never have to lug books around anymore. :)
Rebecca says
Windows me! I would be lost without my ability to use an ereader, as well as organize my DIYs through pinterest!
Leslie Karp says
WINDOWS ME!
Map function changed my life. I am directionally challenged.
Lea E says
windows me! i love having gps and email on my phone.
Jen says
WINDOWS ME!! pictures, instagram, facebook, e-mail, books, lists. . . I could go on and on! :)
Stacy E says
Windows Me!!! I’d be lost without my one click to share option from my phone to whatever social media outlet I choose. I hate having to upload photos from one device to another, so I love the option of shoot and share.
Windows Me!! (just thought I’d throw in a 2nd for good measure)
Rhonda S says
Windows Me! We DEPEND on our google calendars to keep this busy homeschooling, 4-H, baseball playing, softball playing, cub scout lovin’, orthodontic dependent, competitive swimming, horse and dog lovin’ family sane and organized. Wonder if I left something out… We reference the calendar all day long.
Teraissa says
Windows Me!
Text messaging with my family who lives far away!
Megan says
WINDOWS ME ! Fast information, organizing my schedule and life, and always being on top of my email!
Hollie Michele says
WINDOWS ME! My daughter recently cracked the screen on our family laptop. I ADORE the idea of a kid friendly laptop.
Marcy says
Windows Me! I have a G Slate and wish that I would have bought a laptop instead :( Marcy
Julie says
Windows me! We just got “smart” in our family and we are really enjoying it. My kids love Fruit Ninja :).
Shawn says
Windows Me! Can’t live without the instant gratification of granddaughter pictures!
Maureen says
WINDOWS ME!!
I love being able to check my email on the go! Also’– the ability to log on to check the kids’ grades!! I always have to stay on top of everything!!
Stephanie says
Windows Me!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m just joining the linked age… I think. Finally got an iPhone, still learning to use it.
The Chatty Housewife says
Windows me! I can’t answer your bonus question because we don’t own a tablet, iPad etc, or even have a smart phone yet! :) We love our old fashioned flip phone and pre-buy minutes! :)
Kendi says
WINDOWS ME! Using Google Reader on my tablet to keep up with blogs is SO convenient!
mitchypoo says
“WINDOWS ME” I just got my first phone with internet on my Galaxy SIII and I never knew how much I’d love the Maps function and Navigate to get me places! It rocks, and so do you!
Courtney says
Windows me! What can’t you do with a table these days? (or so people tell me since i don’t have one)
Lindsey says
Windows me!
The reason my phone is so invaluable is that it keeps me connected to my family that lives far away. A few clicks and their voices are there….the next best thing that their beings :-)
Julia says
Windows me!I love my fitness apps.
Amanda says
WINDOWS ME! I’m surprised by how much I rely on my tablet for music! I take it with me through every room in the house for uninterrupted tunes.
Elizabeth says
Windows Me! Photos for me to sneak looking at me kids at work….
Erin S says
Windows Me! I love to read and as a teacher it would be an awesome technology tool. :)
Malia says
WINDOWS ME!! The things I love most about my tablet and phone are my instagram and kindle apps!!
Monica says
WINDOWS ME! E-mail and social media updates on my phone is a life/time/sanity saver!
Lynne says
WINDOWS ME!! I use my phone for email all the time I also love to read books electronically.
Bran says
“WINDOWS ME”
I live by my laptop b/c I am a research hog — you name it, I want to know instantly what it is, how it works, who that actor is, etc. I’m constantly wondering about the most random things (just yesterday I looked up the etymology of scoot while simultaneously researching play pens), and I want to know ASAP. Without my mad research skills and the computer, I would be a clueless lunkhead. Oooh, now must look up the origin of that word…
Brooke says
Windows Me! Currently, it’s all the wedding documents and spreadsheets I’m working on!
Gen K. says
WINDOWS ME – Between my laptop and iphone, I am able to stay connected to the rest of the world, since I’m in with my 3 year old most of the time!
hannah says
WINDOWS ME please! What an awesome give away!
Diana says
Windows Me!
Moxie H says
WINDOWS ME!
The most important thing my computer does for me is free me from having to store physical things (dvds, cds, photos, documents). The most important for my phone is just the immediate contact with people, whether by call, text, fbook, twitter – any of them.
Lauren says
Windows Me!
Posting on and checking Instagram is a favorite pastime. With family all over the world, we need a quick way to see what everybody is up to!
Amy says
WINDOWS ME! I love having everything in one place and portable, especially my calendar and email.
Briton says
WINDOWS ME!
I might be the only person left on the planet without a smartphone and I love to take photos of my 4 month old and am addicted to Facebook!
Allison says
WINDOWS ME! I need this for school work. I’m getting my Ph.D.!
Tiffany S says
WINDOWS ME!!!
I love that I can read while my fiance sleeps next to me!Yay for back-lighting!
Michelle says
Skype with my family!
Jen D says
WINDOWS ME! I couldn’t live without my calendar.
Amanda says
WINDOWS ME!! Words with friends….always good for procrastinating!!
BeckyB says
WINDOWS ME!