***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.
Stephanie says
WINDOWS ME!
I’ve been wanting to try the new windows phone and this would be perfect!
Cristi says
WINDOWS ME
THe most valuable thing is being able to stay in touch with my mother that lives in a different country! :)
Sophia says
WINDOWS ME!
Pictures for sure! My laptop died and I never backed it up! It was devastating :(
Michelle Irish says
WINDOWS ME! The camera on my phone to take photos of my 11 month old at any time :)
Elizabeth says
WINDOWS ME!
I cannot live without access to e-mail. I feel lost, confused and vulnerable if I cannot check my e-mail at all times.
Rebekah says
windows me: i love my kindle e-reader. it’s easy to tote with me everywhere & download books whenever i want….i can even rent e-books now through my public library. but, i would LOVE to join the 21st century and have a tablet and/or smart phone!
Liz w. says
WINDOWS ME!
my phone and computer give me access to reddit so i know what’s going on in the world and can upvote the latest cute kitty video!
adrienne s. says
Windows me! My windows computer and phone allow me to keep up with my family all around the world. Also, the calendars/reminders make sure that I am where I need to be, when I need to be there! :-)
Brooke says
Windows me!
I love love love not lugging books around anymore. I can’t imagine life without my kindle and iPad!
Allyson N. says
“WINDOWS ME” I love being able to see, store and edit my photos. Would love to win!
Dee says
Windows me! The ability tO read on the go !!!
Carolyn says
WINDOWS ME! Skype makes it so my daughter knows her grandparents even though they live 2000 miles away!
Ky says
WINDOWS ME!!!!
I need my phone with me at all times for the calendar function. With three boys going three directions, that’s the only way I can get everyone where they need to be. :-)
Andrea says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having access to my email everywhere!
Kara says
WINDOWS ME!
Heather says
Windows Me! Information on the go and so many educational apps for the family are what makes our devices so in demand.
Brandi from Bloomington says
WINDOWS ME!
I love tracking my home projects and ideas online.
Kayla says
Windows me! We just took an extended trip to Europe and the tablet was a packing life saver. Saved a ton of space and we always had answers and entertainment at our fingertips.
christina says
Windows me!
Amber Sol says
WINDOWS ME!! I love having my tablet with me when I travel. Technology without all the bulk!
Sabrina says
WINDOWS ME
Dot says
WINDOWS ME
I love being able to download books to my e-reader from the library. Cheap and instant!
Lindsay says
WINDOWS ME!
I love being able to easily bring music or movies from room to room around the house.
Christine Schwalm Design says
Windows Me! I use my computer for work, of course, but it’s most helpful for paying the bills!
Seana P. says
WINDOWS ME! I would be lost without Navigation on my phone, literally! Seattle is known for bad traffic, one-ways, and draw bridges….theres an app for that!
Sarah says
WINDOWS ME!!
Is it ironic that I am checking and commenting from the very device you were asking for a comment from? Point proven.
Stephanie M says
WINDOWS ME
I love that my tablet plays Scrabble with me :)
Ashley says
WINDOWS ME! My phone is awesome at helping me find out where I am going :)
Allison says
WINDOWS ME!
I’m yet to upgrade to the world of smartphones BUT I love the portability of my iPod touch that allows me to access the internet at coffee shops or restaurants without needing to bring along my laptop.
Chris says
WINDOWS ME:
Ever since I grabbed the Kindle app and can sync between my iPad and iPhone my reading has gone up dramatically. It’s so easy to grab 10 mins of reading on the go when my phone automatically keeps up with my reading at home! Not to mention not having to carry around archaic paper books anymore.
SG says
WINDOWS ME! Make lists – just kidding kinda – but really helps me be organized.
Becky Wagoner says
WINDOWS ME! I’d be lost without my phone to store everyone’s contact information. From phone numbers to addresses to emails to maps it’s my ‘go-to’ to reach anyone, anywhere.
Karin says
WINDOWS ME
My computer and phone help me keep in touch with friends and family on a daily basis.
Victoria says
WINDOWS ME!! I have to feel connected, so I love having anytime access to my e-mails, Facebook, Pandora, and fitness apps. It’s the ultimate one stop shop!
Katie Tidd says
WINDOWS ME!
I would be lost without my phone for taking pictures. Its a pain to carry around a camera!
Jennifer says
WINDOWS ME so that I can keep all of my memories in one place!
Kara says
WINDOWS ME!!
amy @ drivethirtythree says
WINDOWS ME!
I’d have to say entertaining the kids is right up there with not having to lug books around!!
Shannon says
WINDOWS ME! My phone is great for snapping pictures of out daughter! Some of our favorite pictures are just snapshots captured with my phone.
Carrie says
WINDOWS ME!
Honestly, the best thing about my tablet is that it plays an episode of Elmo’s World for my daughter during the last hour of a road trip when nothing else makes her happy. :)
Jessi says
WINDOWS ME! I love not having to lug my DSLR around for all the everyday picture opportunities with the kiddos, and I guess I am also a facebook addict ;)
Shelly says
Windows me! I get my YHL fix on my phone! And I use it to take at least a million pics of my 10 month old daily!
Allison Brown says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to store all my photos in one place!
jennifer says
Windows ME!
I would be lost without my smartphone – primarily because it is an easy source of entertainment for my toddler on long trips, during long restaurant visits, etc. Being able to have her play without the fear of deleting important emails would be invaluable!
MDG says
WINDOWS ME!
Email and google reader/feedly…it’s how I survive…with a pinch of Pinterest
Kelly Lynn says
Windows me!
I could never live with out constant access to google that I have on my phone. I google everything to prices while I’m shopping, to random things I just cant remember off the top of my head, to which type of paint brush I should buy while I’m standing in the Lowe’s aisle and realized there were way more options than I thought there was going to be!
Andrea says
WINDOWS ME …
The most valuable thing my iphone does for me? EASY ANSWER — GPS. I don’t even know how I ever left the house before without it.
mary says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to keep all my digital pics in one easy place.
Andrea says
WINDOWS ME!
It’s all about pictures for me. The pictures I take on my phone and those stored on my computer are very important.
Emily M says
Windows me! I love being able to catch up on all my blogs (and Facebook) anytime.