***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.
Natalie R. says
WINDOWS ME!!
My phone and ipad keep me so organized-I love the notes and reminders the best because they sinc between the two and I’m not constantly losing my grocery and to-do lists.
Lisa says
WINDOWS ME!! My laptop is essential for holding all of my school work, notes, and digital textbooks, so I don’t have to lug around a heavy bag all day!
Amanda says
Windows Me! I use my smartphone and laptop to run my life and keep myself organized.
Shannon says
“Windows Me” I have a dumb phone and do not own a tablet. The best thing that my phone does for me is allow me to text. I find it invaluable as I don’t often have time for a long phone conversation and I like to text my husband lists of things I need him to pick up at the store.
Laura says
“WINDOWS ME!” I could not live without being able to Facetime with my out of town family!
Kismet says
Windows me!
I love having the ability to look up anything i have a question about while on the go! Love it
Jessica says
Windows me!
I love my computer because it gives me access to all of the information in the universe. I consider myself so lucky to grow up in the age of the internet!
Tracy B says
WINDOWS ME! Easily it is the weather app! I work at a zoo, and I am always checking on temps!
Lisa says
WINDOWS ME! I’m using an old (but sweet!) hand-me-down laptop from my mother-in-law, and it is greatly used to store photos. I did get a backup hard-drive for fear of the blue screen of death wiping everything away. :)
Lindsay T says
I definitely love being able to read multiple books on the go, and being able to turn a page by just flicking my finger – it makes multitasking so much easier! I’ll never stop loving the feel of a book in my hand, though!
Lindsay T says
And, WINDOWS ME! Got ahead of myself there. :)
Lisa says
Windows me! I love being able to access anything on the go.
Nikki says
Windows me!
The camera! I would miss out on so many pictures without it!
Courtney K. says
WINDOWS ME!
I use my phone for day to day instructions-instructions on how to cook, how to DIY, how to get from one place to another, how to exercise, (sigh) I am waaaaaaaaaaay to dependent on this thing.
Zory says
WINDOWS ME!! I love having my phone in my pocket at all times to capture all the precious moments I have with my daughter and then text pictures to my whole family like the proud mom that I am!
Andi @ Estella's Revenge says
“WINDOWS ME”
I love devices for on-the-go because I’m a PR Director and it’s essential to be plugged in … especially to social media. I am also a bibliophile, so I read on my electronics. :)
oriah says
Windows me!!…i like storing photos.
Amanda says
WINDOWS ME!
My favorite thing about my phone is the quick access to a decent camera and video recorder. I have captured so many moments with my three girls.
Emily says
Windows me! Having the Internet in my pocket is invaluable.
jasmine says
Windows Me!
Having email instantly available and portable was initially the best thing about having a smartphone – now it’s games to entertain pretty much everyone in the family.
Jessie M. W. says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having my calendar synced with my phone, tablet and lap top. I also love that I can make events for my husband to attend, hahaha!
Ginger says
WINDOWS ME
I love my iphone (I was a late blackberry convert) but my fave thing it does isn’t especially high-tech – I have the Calenmob app to keep my calendar.
Tiffany says
WINDOWS ME
I like that I can control my thermostat from my phone.
Linda says
WINDOWS ME! I love having all my calendars in one place.
Jamie says
WINDOWS ME
I would be lost without my calendar on my phone! Days I leave it at home, I’m always a little (more) lost and confused.
Thomas G. says
WINDOWS ME!
The most valuable thing that my computer does for me is to provide me with employment (as a software developer).
Elaine K says
I love watching TV shows online and checking emailand facebook on my phone
Christa says
WINDOWS ME! I’m desperate to switch back from Mac!
Beau says
WINDOWS ME! Can’t function properly without netflix during business trips!
Toria says
Windows me! I love having a camera on my smart phone. It makes capturing moments of my boys much easier!
Taylor S says
WINDOWS ME!! I love having access to email and the web on vacation!!
Susie says
WINDOWS ME!
Lorie Smith says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to check my e-mail and facebook on the go.
Lorie
Kristin says
WINDOWS ME!
Checking out YHL of course!!
Helene says
WINDOWS ME!
I am newly a working mom. My mom and a neighbor watch my son and send me photos and videos of him throughout the day. I don’t know what I would do without that connection.
tricia says
WINDOWS ME
i can’t live without access to social media!!
Devon @ Green House, Good Life says
WINDOWS ME!
I don’t have a smartphone, so my answer has to be “phone calls”…that’s all it does. Boy, would it be neat to upgrade to a Windows phone!
Janie says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having a tablet for traveling because I can use it to read, watch movies and have internet access to stay in touch with people while I’m away.
Zee says
WINDOWS ME! I would be lost without email.
Kim says
Windows me: Definitely access to my calendar on the go and push notifications! I am a slave to my calendar notifications and would be lost without them!
Debbie Firebaugh says
WINDOWS ME!
Addicted to Pinterest!
T says
Windows me!
I have neither smartphone nor tablet, but my laptop’s getting old and I’m afraid it will bite the dust soon! Having something to access the internet with from home would be so helpful if that happens. :)
Jenn says
WINDOWS ME! I still can’t figure out how I ever lived without google maps.
Taylor Carl says
Windows Me!
I think I would actually cry if something happened to my laptop. I have over 6000 photos on it! I also have hundreds of movies and TV series. Aside from that, I’m addicted to Pinterest, Facebook, and of course blogs.
Lin says
WINDOWS ME! (please)
How on earth did I function without a fantastic camera & much of my music & my emails at the touch of my fingers?
Tanya M. says
Windows Me!
I love my tech that allows me to keep in contact with distant friends and family (Skyping a toddler in Washington is always great fun!). It also lets me keep in touch with up-to-date news, research, and activities to share with my students.
Becca says
WINDOWS ME! I admit, I would be lost without Facebook :)
Rebecca says
Windows me!
Sara M says
WINDOWS ME!!
Call me a nerd, but I love looking at the weather/radar to see what is in store for my garden. :)
Mike says
WINDOWS ME! Being able to access the interwebs for oh so many things. Recipes, maps, how-tos, etc. It was obviously possible, but I often wonder how parents/homeowners were able to survive without the wealth of information available at the click of a button.
Angie says
Windows Me!
Technology – quite possibly the best and worse invention ever to keep me plugged in! LOL!