***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.
Ashley says
Windows me!
Look up things, text with friends, check work email
CohoesMom5 says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having the ability to send a quick email from my nook without having to boot the computer.
Renee says
WINDOWS ME!! I am glued to a computer at work all day, so my phone & tablet are for pleasure… I love that they keep me connected to family & friends. Between facebook & games I play with them it helps to keep up with everyone despite my busy schedule.
Ida says
WINDOWS ME….
Our tablet and phones entertain our three kids and keep us sane when we go out. It is so convenient!
Jaimie says
WINDOWS ME!! I can’t live without my e-reader! No more worrying about finishing a book before vacation is over :)
Emily S says
WINDOWS ME! I can’t live without my email!
Carole says
Windows me! Love ebooks-always have reading material handy in my purse:)
echo says
WINDOWS ME! design work and photos
Kami says
“WINDOWS ME!” My tablet keeps all my lists in check!
Diana says
WINDOWS ME!!! I actually use mine most to entertain myself when i’m bored. Doctors visits use to be unbearable but now i don’t mind them as much :)
Amber says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having my entire bookshelf with me at all times! =) I was just thinking of upgrading my original Kindle to a tablet…so this would be perfect!
Caitlin says
Windows Me!
Allows me to keep in touch with my family and friends
Miki says
Windows Me! My devices allow me to keep our children in touch with family far away through video conferencing.
Michelle says
Windows Me!!
I love it for directions since I perpetually get lost. :)
Rich says
WINDOWS ME!
Keeping track on sports when I can’t watch them.
PK says
Windows me!
I love having the internet at my fingertips at all times.
Mirullia says
Windows me!
Madelynne Moulton says
WINDOWS ME! The most invaluable thing that my tablet does for me is provide a portable device to surf the internet and access social media when I travel.
Stephanie says
WINDOWS ME!! I would have 0 pictures if it weren’t for the camera on my phone!
Lynn W says
Windows ME! I do website design, so I have to keep a computer on me when I travel in case of emergency updates or changes.
Mimi says
Windows Me!! The magic of being able to be in touch at any time through cell phones has not worn off. This has saved me many anxious moments as a parent!
Beth says
WINDOWS ME! Email on the go!
Jessica Keister says
WINDOWS ME!!!
I would be lost without my current smart phone in constant use and my tablet/ laptop most of the time. I am so busy with school, work, buying my first house (YAY) and getting married (YAY!!). I use these devices for all the things I need to “stay on top of” like emails for school and work, real-estate apps for house hunting and wedding apps for planning. However, the MOST IMPORTANT thing I use my phone (and other devices for) is staying in touch with the people I love, especially now that I am graduating I am hoping to slow down the constant on the go lifestyle and really spend more time communicating with loved ones.
Lynette says
WINDOWS ME!!
Please…
Kristin says
Windows Me!! I’d literally be lost without the GPS on my phone. I use it almost every day.
kelsey says
Windows me!
Definately a big perk for me is checking email when and where ever. I work as a nanny for a mother with a big time job. She always communicates through email instead of via phone or text!
Thx!
Jen says
windows me!
I have to check email. And catch up on my YHL of course :)
Monica F says
WINDOWS ME! I am torn between my phone’s ability to teach and occupy my 6 year old and the freedom it gives me to be responsive at work while not having to be “at work”.
Pam C says
WINDOWS ME!
The most valuable thing that my computer does for me is to allow me and my grandchildren to see each other on a regular basis. Two of them literally live on the other side of the world. My granddaughter skypes me to share school projects, new outfits or hairstyles. My toddler grandsons wave and say, “Hi Grandma!” and are learning to say, “I love you, too.” Thrown kisses are almost as good as real-life kisses.
Kelly says
Windows Me! My computer is my dumping ground for all my photos, I really need to back that thing up…
Leah says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to instantly look up information on the internet, and facebook access all the time is a nice plus too!
Isaac says
Windows Me!!!! THe alarm clcok on my phone is the best!
Teresa says
WINDOWS ME
I love being able to FACETIME my children. Sometimes it is so much nicer than talking on the phone. Although, I cover my face because I look chubby.
Deirdre Wadsworth says
Windows Me! I would be lost without email on my phone at all times. I’m not obsessive about it but I like to know whats happening and be in contact with work if things are needed of me. I use it mostly to delegate!
shayna says
WINDOWS ME! My phone is priceless to me because I use it to keep in touch with family and friends while we live far away!
Erin says
Windows Me!! The most valuable features are to store all my photos and Facetime with my family.
Abbie says
Windows me! I love the convience (and weight) of popping my tablet into my purse for reading any ol’ time.
Heather @ What Does She Do All Day? says
WINDOWS ME! The most important thing my computer does for me is hold all the pictures of my beautiful girls!
Melissa says
WINDOWS ME! I love to have so much information at my fingertips and the ability to access it so quickly!
Cathy says
Windows me! I love the ease of email access and posting photos on instagram and FB…what do you think I’m posting this comment on? Exactly! Love the book!
Taylor A. says
WINDOWS ME!!!!
I do not have a tablet, but my smart phone allows me to stay connected or disconnect & play games ;) I’m a social media director, so actually being able to jump on & post or reply to comments on my phone makes life easy when I’m on the go.
Rebecca says
Windows me!
I work in software…so the most valuable thing my computer does is let me work from home.
Beth says
Windows Me! Thanks to my Kindle I’m reading more than ever.
BubbaJoeBob says
WINDOWS ME
I use my computer to access the accumulated knowledge of the world.
Hailey says
WINDOWS ME!!!
I love not carrying around books as well as being able to check the balance on my bank account without needing to have my bulky computer or stopping in at a branch.
Casey M. says
WINDOWS ME …. it allows me to talk to my husband during the day while I’m away at school / in class.
Holly P. says
WINDOWS ME! My phone and netbook keep me connected to family and friends that are far away. I love being able to send them texts and see their pictures on Facebook no matter where I am.
Kimberly Bauer says
Windows Me! My iphone is the greatest because of the usuals: email, phone,ect. But I especially love it for the camera. I love having a still and video camera with me at all times to capture my kids as they grow.
Susan says
windows me!!! i only recently got a smartphone and now know what all the fuss is about. Welcome to 2009!
Beth says
WINDOWS ME!! Love the convenience of staying up to date (email, facebook, etc) on the go!!