***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.
kristen drewer says
Windows me!! I would really be lost without my smartphone as my husband and I share a laptop and he’s often on the road.
Laura says
WINDOWS ME! I love that i can take pictures of gorgeous things or crazy things I see and share them with people who aren’t near me, like my Mom!
Laura says
Windows Me!
My phone (which is practically a rotary phone it’s so old. 3 years!)keeps my calendar for me. I’d be lost without it!
Jamie says
Windows Me!
I build and make things non-stop and my poor phone lost a battle with a power tool! With this phone, I can take photos and videos and share awesome creation! And hey, if it’s in my hand taking pictures, then it won’t be anywhere near sharp/grinding/pointy things!
Matthew says
WINDOWS ME!! My number one use for my laptop is to blast my internet radio stations.
Allison W. says
WINDOWS ME! I like the fact that my tablet is light enough to carry around.
Kendra says
WINDOWS ME!! The absolute best thing about my phone is that I always have it with me to take pictures of my son.
Sarah R in WI says
Windows Me!
I love checking email and texting. I also love, love, love being able to check out your awesome blog!
suzanne says
WINDOWS ME!
my phone is my alarm clock- super importante
Debbie says
WINDOWS ME! I would be lost without my technology, from keeping up with friends and family, to capturing my 18 month old’s smile, my six year old’s joie de vivre, and on occasion even my oldest’s lapse back into his younger childhood!
Emma says
WINDOWS ME! Must have my photos!
Ramie says
Windows me! No smart phone, but I do have a tablet and I love the ease of use! So handy, small, and convenient for everything!
Anne says
WINDOWS ME!
All my music and photos!
ashley d says
WINDOWS ME!! My laptop keeps my beloved Quicken file. Who keeps paper registries anyway?! Plus, I can see lickity-split how much I’m spending on every category!
Heather says
WINDOWS ME! On the go, my mobile device is necessary to check my feedly app so I can read the posts on my favorite blogs like YHL! ;-)
Monique says
OMG PLEASE WINDOWS MEEEEE!!!! I HAVE BEEN WANTING ONE OF THESE SINCE I FIRST LAID EYES ON EM!!! PWEEEEEESE PICK ME PICK ME!!!
Mo says
Windows me please….life will be sweeter!
Melissa P says
Windows Me!
My phone and ipad and computer have my life in photos! Probably similar to everyone else!
Anthony says
Windows Me! My phone has given me the best gift ever by reminding me of important events like my wife’s birthday and my anniversary!
Leslie says
Windows Me! I love being able to stay connected with out-of-town family and friends through Facebook.
Mo says
Windows me!!!! I am a GOOGIRL!
Carmen says
Windows Me! I love being able to be connected at the cabin. Well, sometimes ;).
Robin says
WINDOWS ME!! I love that my phone allows me to take photos at a moment’s notice and my computer stores them all for me :)
Jane B. says
WINDOWS ME!
Email on the go, map when I’m lost, and ohhh, not carrying 3 big books on an international flight!
Jessica says
Windows Me! Love that I can read, take pictures, and keep up with news all in one place.
Elizabeth says
WinDows Me! !
Chelsea Jo says
Windows Me! The most valuable thing my phone does for me, other than giving me an excuse not to talk to the creepy guy on the sidewalk, is allow me to share things when I’m out, like photos, videos, emails, charts, etc. – especially in my job, that’s invaluable.
Jessica K says
WINDOWS ME!
Without my smart phone I wouldn’t be able to communicate as easily with my husband who travels 4 to 5 days per week for work.
Shawn says
WINDOWS ME!!!!!! I love my phone because it lets me call the one I love! I love my computer because it helps me do my job.
Jessica K. says
WINDOWS ME!!
Definitely access to email.
Alyson H says
WINDOWS ME! I could not live without the camera feature on my phone. Whenever I am out and see something I like or need to remember to go back for, I snap a photo as a reminder.
Laura says
WINDOWS ME! Having a smartphone changed my life because I found an app that can send all my text messages into a word document! No more having to type them all out by hand!
Evelyn says
Windows Me! I love having access to all of my photos anywhere!
Tonpia Glazer says
WINDOWS ME! I really rely and count on my phone for security but love and adore that it’s a cure for boredom while waiting around.
Andrea Lee says
Windows ME! The idea of having an e-reader makes me smile – no more lugging big books on vacation or work trips.
carrie says
windows me please!
I love that having a smart phone means that I always have a great camera with me and the ability to share pictures in an instant.
sarah says
windows me! i love texting and facebook to keep up with friends!
Amy says
Windows me! I love having a smart phone so I can take care of just about all of our family business on-the-go. And I love reading Young House Love blog in the carpool lines :)
Amanda says
WINDOWS ME!
Mine is being able to access google at a moment’s notice. With a new baby and a new garden, I’ve always got a question about SOMETHING lol.:)
Anne says
WINDOWS ME. email on my phone. games on my phone when I have to wait somewhere, doctor, etc.
Lisy says
WINDOWS ME!!! I love having my choice of books and internet access wherever I go! INSTAGRAM!!!!
Camille says
WINDOWS ME!
I love being able to look up info on google or wikipedia on my phone when I need it, so handy!
Shannon says
WINDOWS ME!
Sadly… the most invaluable thing I do on my mobile device + computer is Facebook/ Twitter/ Pinterest-related. But hey, it’s fun!
Camy says
Windows Me!! I love to check Pinterest and Fb on my phone.
LeAnn says
WINDOWS ME
Storing photos.
Kathryn says
Windows me!
I love my tablet/phone for email, helps me keep in touch with long distance friends!
Gina says
“WINDOWS ME”! I can’t imagine not having a such easy access to my kids now that they are far away at college – that’s the best part of technology.
Wrenaria says
WINDOWS ME! Without a computer, I couldn’t do my job. Come to think of it, neither could you!
Bria says
WINDOWS ME!
I love the ease of having the internet at my fingertips!
Connie says
WINDOWS ME!!! I don’t have a tablet, but I do have a “some what” smart phone. Have the internet on the go is such a blessing. This tablet would be my saving grace for my kids. Whenever we go to one or the other’s soccer practice, baseball practice, or basketball practice we could have a little computer time.