***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.
Kerry says
Windows me!
GPS is a lifesaver for the directionally-challenged such as myself.
Ellen Seifried says
windows me!!!!!!!
I kinda dont’ know what I would do without my computer.
Love storing my photos on there, just a glance to look at them.
Read my books on my e reader.
able to look up anything I want without leaving my home!
Would love to win…
Kendra Lewellyn says
WINDOWS ME!… GPS for sure, I’m always getting lost.
Miranda glaeser says
WINDOWS ME!
I love the fact that I can check directions and information about a place on the go. I tend to get lost (ALOT) and now I can always find my way- so cool!
Steph says
Windows me!
I love being able to google anything at anytime!
Julie says
WINDOWS ME! Our tablet is used for catching up on FB after the kids are in bed.
Scott Hernandez says
WINDOWS ME! Browsing the internet on my tablet is the best.
Katie Mac says
Windows Me!
My computer holds all the pictures of my family! I really need to back-it-up because those are my most invaluable treasure.
Beth J says
Windows me! I love my tablet for reading blogs, watching netflix, emailing…
Audrey says
Windows me! I don’t have a tablet so would love one for reading!
Katie says
Windows me! I love texting, taking pics, and talking on one device. I can’t juggle more than that!
Max says
SURFACE ME! I enjoy unlimited access to home-improvement videos.
Kelli says
Windows me! Checking email on my phone makes life so much easier.
Susan says
WINDOWS ME! I love keeping in touch with my siblings who are in three different states via SKYPE!
Angela Emory says
WINDOWS ME! Oh please, oh please, oh please. Our tablet is everything to us, it’s receiving our emails, staying in touch with friends near and far and it entertains our children.
Jennifer S says
WINDOWS ME!!! I am the only one in my family without a tablet. Still lugging around a big ole laptop. HELP!
Sonoko says
WINDOWS ME! I never thought I’d say it, but I can’t imagine life without eBooks anymore :)
Ashlynn says
Windows Me! Definitely the mobile access of emails and internet.
Portia says
WINDOWS ME! I love the calendar feature. Helps me know where I’m supposed to be.
lana says
Windows me!
The most important thing about computers/phones is the ability to stay in contact/see my parents and in-laws in Germany! It’s like visiting each other all the time! Love it!
Chrissy says
WINDOWS ME! I need to be connected to my email – and I often need to look up directions!
Tracey says
WINDOWS ME!
I love my tablet because I could send text messages to my husband’s phone from my e-mail account while in Ireland and it was free!
Scott says
Windows me!
GreenInOC says
WINDOWS ME!
Free text and calls through Google Voice – on my phone AND my laptop!
Cindy says
WINDOWS ME! Oh my goodness! You name it — check email and calendar and bank account, read blogs, play games…
I will pass out if I win this. Thank you for the opportunity. xo
KatieVK says
Windows Me! I definitely don’t use my smart phone to its fullest capability, but I am expecting a life change here in the next few months, and some new tools may help with the new tasks I’m bound to have.
kel says
WINDOWS ME! Email on the go and navigation are the biggest things we use
Penny says
Windows me! Use my Kindle for everything–reading email, reading books, reading blogs. Would love this upgrade!
Katie says
WINDOWS ME! I love having my email on my phone.
Suze says
Windows me! The best thing my computer does is nothing. It’s been unplugged and broken for years.
Lisa Lowe says
WINDOWS ME….storing photos and being in touch with family and friends!
Cathy says
WINDOWS ME!
I love how portable my computer is… I work from home and from 2 different work locations, so it HAS to be able to move easily and quickly.
Caley Lewis says
WINDOWS ME!!!
I love that I can look up information on the fly! I love that I have access to my family and friends instantly and I love being able to utilize the storage! I love technology!
Brandy says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having instant access to google…the world at your fingertips!
Sherri says
WINDOWS ME!!! My tablet goes with me everywhere! I read on it and also watch movies on it. I would be in a panic if I forgot to take it with me!
Melissa G says
WINDOWS ME!!! I love having my e-mail within an arms reach!
Bria S. says
WINDOWS ME!
I rely on my computer to organize & design all my “on-the-side” event flowers work. I’m hoping to build it into a full time gig one day, so I’m glued to the thing!
Courtney says
Windows me! Hands down, the best part about my phone (and my husband’s) is the ability to text/Skype using wifi. He’s in the military so he’s away a lot, and some of those places don’t have phone service. But, thanks to modern technology, they DO have wireless internet.
Amy Dixon says
WINDOWS ME! Most recently they have allowed me to stay connected to friends and family in NC…since my move to TX.
megan says
Windows me! Once I actually have smart phone or tablet, I’m sure I would think of many invaluable things!
Jenna says
Windows Me! I couldn’t live without my iPhone since I have to work/check emails on the go. Also addicted to Instagram.
Mary Joy V says
WINDOWS ME!
I already have a Windows phone and love it, but I am dying for a Surface! It keeps me organized, and I love the way it functions, so intuitive.
VA in NC says
Windows me…for I am not a devotee of Mac.
My phone has been invaluable for checking an airline flight status faster than actually walkeing over and asking the airline rep at the departure gate.
Mickensi says
Windows Me!
I love my kindle and bring it everywhere!
katie says
WINDOWS ME!! We don’t have a tablet yet but I’d love to have the convenience of the take-anywhere portability!
Chandler Quarles says
WINDOWS ME! I am just so thankful that technology lets me keep in touch with friends and family who are far away.
judi says
WINDOWS ME!
probably photos on the go, especially the photo stream so i can look back at all my photos from multiple cameras/devices!
Jenni says
Windows me!
My phone and computer help me balance (or at least keep track of) school, work and family!
Annie says
WINDOWS ME!!! I am always getting lost, so the gps feature on my phone is a life-saver!
Mary Sniezek says
Window me. SInce I don’t have cable or really a tv. I watch a few movies during the month.