***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.
Heather says
WINDOWS ME !!!
The most valuable thing that my computer does for me is store years and years worth of photos and videos. A month ago our computer suddenly stopped working. My husband, in a moment of defeat said, “I hope there was nothing too important on there.” I said, “Nothing too important? Only every picture ever taken of our kids!” Luckily, the problem was fixed and all was well. Side note, we still need to back-up our pics!
Jenn says
WINDOWS ME!
What a perfect Mothers day gift for my mama! She needs her e-mail on the go, just trying to get her into the 21st century :)
Vannessa says
“WINDOWS ME”
I like it best for looking at real estate, when driving around town
Rachel M. says
WINDOWS ME!
The GPS/Maps feature on my smartphone – with all of the travel I do for work, that feature has saved me more than any other!
Brigid says
WINDOWS ME! I love using Google Tasks for my grocery list.
Tricia says
WINDOWS ME!! Would love to give this to my husband for Father’s Day!
Sally says
Windows me! I would love to have the ability to do research where ever I want (like sunbathing on the porch!)
Dee Murch says
Windows me! I love that I can still check blogs when I am on vacation. I hate to admit it, but it hey are like soap operas for me :).
Cortney s says
WINDOWS ME!
I love being able to double check recipes while I am at the grocery store.
Cate says
WINDOWS ME!!! As much as I love to step away from technology, it’s just so darn convinient to have everything with you all the time!
Jennifer says
Windows me! I love that I constantly have google at my fingertips. I use it probably 10x a day :)
Rita says
WINDOWS ME!! The most important thing my computer does is store all of my photos.
Ali says
Windows me!! I love having being able to see and talk to my family in another country! They love seeing our new baby!
Susie says
WINDOWS ME! I love the camera & pictures on my phone!
Anne says
Windows me! I love being able to check out e library books when I’m traveling!
Stef says
Windows me! I love checking my email and facebook on my phone!
Kelley says
WINDOWS ME!
Checking email, listening to music/books on tape while driving, and watching tv/movies while riding!
Madison says
Windows Me! I wouldn’t be able to live w/out the camera on my iPhone. So convenient :)
Julia @ One Oops at a Time says
WINDOWS ME!
Even though it is sometimes a curse, I love being able to access any info I need to know, anytime, anywhere!
Cherri says
WINDOWS ME!!
I love being able to keep all of my photos in one storage area and I love the instant access to emails.
Cara Hernandez says
WINDOWS ME!!!!
Eep! I just adore my computer for photo storage, my phone for recipe look-up and meal planning, and for finding all of the projects I want to attempt for our home! I would looooove a tablet!
Brenda says
WINDOWS ME! It keeps me connected with family better than anything else in my life.
olivia says
WINDOWS ME!
The most invaluable thing my phone does for me is that it allows me to never be bored! Books, internet, email, games-I love them all!
Stephanie says
WINDOWS ME!
I like to use my smart phone when travelling for self guided tours, restaurants, waiting times, etc.
Chelsey says
WINDOWS ME!!! I would be lost without my photos… and IG!
Susan says
WINDOWS ME! Can’t live w/o my device – Google, email, weather, Pinterest, WWF, HBO GO (Veep!)…
Sara Giguere says
WINDOWS ME!!
Best feature… toss up between the map and ability to access the cloud to back up pics & such (iPhone pics b/c I take too many)
Jacqui says
WINDOWS ME!
I can’t live without my Netflix! So convenient to just have all these tv series ready to go!
Margaret says
WINDOWS ME! Make calls….its all my little old flip phone is advanced enough to do!
Lindsey W. says
WINDOWS ME!! I would be lost (literally) without the GPS feature of my phone.
Tannis Weaver says
Windows me! I love staying connected to social media and keeping up with the blogs I read.
Sharon says
WINDOWS ME! I love photo editing!
Kristi Lynn says
WINDOWS ME!
I like to be able to connect to family and friends on the go, especially on vacation. I love handwritten notes too, but you can’t beat a “look where I am!” photo from an awesome location. :)
Tammy C says
WINDOWS ME! I love having everything in one portable place!
Brittany C says
Windows me!
Heather says
WINDOWS ME! I’ve really wanted a tablet because I think having that kind of access to all of my article and book PDFs for my dissertation that are on DropBox would be AMAZING and such a productivity boost. (I know this is a pretty boring reason to value such neat products…)
Megan says
WINDOWS ME! Can’t live without Twitter to keep up with my family, friends, and the news!
kristin says
WINDOWS ME!!!
Organizing digital family photos.
Patty says
WINDOWS ME! Being able to check email on the go is invaluable to me. Our kids are involved in everything so (while nobody is looking) being able to check email on my phone makes being there possible.
Courtney Leonard says
Windows Me! I love being able to keep in contact with my friends and family. Oh and work too
Matt says
Windows Me !
I love to use my device for music.
Christopher says
WINDOWS ME…
The regular old phone use…keeping in contact with my wife and family during the day is important to me.
Emily Lundie says
Windows Me! Reading my favorite blog, Young House Love, on the go of course!! Seriously though, I love being able to take pictures at anytime, anywhere. The camera is definitely my favorite feature.
Brian J says
WINDOWS ME
My phone has helped me figure out where I’m going, while walking in a new city, more times than I can count.
Andrea says
WINDOWS ME! I absolutely need my navigation on my phone when traveling. I have a terrible sense of direction.
Jenny C. says
WINDOWS ME!
The ability to Skype with long distance friends.
Alaina says
WINDOWS ME!
Being able to look up useful information so quickly on any device.
Liz says
Windows me! (please!)
Breanne says
WINDOWS ME! Photographing/Videotaping my little 1 1/2 year old Clara. When she was first born we were in a very tight financial spot. We couldn’t afford a camera, but I had my phone and we didn’t lose a single precious moment of those squishable gerber cheeks!
Lindsey says
WINDOWS ME!!! I would absolutely die without the gps on my phone…directions are not my strong suit!