***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.
Mandy Smith-Thompson says
WINDOWS ME! My iPhone is my photo album, my library, my little black book, my stereo, my cookbook and my all-knowing question answerer. That’s why I would never want to live without it!
Melissa says
WINDOWS ME! Obviously I can’t live without my favorite blogs! :)
Nadine says
Windows Me! Mostly I use my phone to keep from boredom when I’m waiting for something/someone! But I’d say navigation is invaluable. Thanks for hosting/posting.
Alisha says
“WINDOWS ME” the most invaluable part of my iphone is that it keeps me updated, either via e-mail, instagram etc.
jeanna says
WINDOWS ME!!
It allows me to take classes online, and to check my email. I still don’t have a smart phone, so I really need something I can take on the go for navigation, organizing, etc…
Natalie V. says
WINDOWS ME! The most invaluable thing that my tablet does for me is keep my 4-year old son entertained in the morning when he comes to work with me before school. He sits quietly in my office and plays a game or watches Disney while he eats his pancakes. Life-saver!
Francesca says
Windows Me! I don’t have any electronic gadgets as of now because we are paying off student loan debt. So, really all I can say is that I love following blogs on my computer. Lots and lots of blogs!
Jen says
Windows me! We use our laptop to video chat with our family across the country!
donna hoover says
WINDOWS ME
•BONUS QUESTION: … Coordinate everything. My phone allows me to access all of my calendars and data and phone numbers in one place.
Sarah says
Windows me!! Email and calendar. Our 6yo loves playing games on the tablet.
Renee says
WINDOWS ME!
Sarah says
WINDOWS ME!
I use my phone at work so I guess that is the most important (I check medical info, etc). It does so much stuff though I don’t know what I would do without it!
Cindy says
WINDOWS ME! Photo storage and blogging….
Jessica Nsouli says
Windows me!!!
I love my laptop!!! Portable way to do homework and keep an eye on the kiddos.
Tara says
WINDOWS ME!!
Not sure what I would do without my e-mail, and Pinterest handy!
Ryan says
WINDOWS ME!
I love reading on my tablet. It’s really encouraged me to pick my habit back up.
Kevin says
WINDOWS ME!!!
Sarah says
Windows Me!
The most valuable thing for me is to bring all my books and reading materials with me in such a small package!
Anesha says
Windows Me!
Being able to look up ANY information the internet has to offer at a moments notice.
LizHamp says
WINDOWS ME…most important thing is housing and editing of my precious photos!
Nicole says
Windows me!
Three words…Candy Crush Saga!
Debby says
WINDOWS ME! a tablet, a tablet. What great fun
Rebecca says
WINDOWS ME!
I would be absolutely lost without my GPS on my phone. It’s a lifesaver!
Melissa says
WINDOWS ME! Obviously I can’t live without my favorite blogs!
Rachael says
Windows Me!
I like to store my music on my phone so I can listen to it at a moment’s notice!
Christina C says
WINDOWS ME
Online shopping! Since I became a mom I don’t have time/patience to go to physical stores with crazy kids:)
Kelley C says
WINDOWS ME!
I have an etsy shop, so designing stationary and invitations on my computer is my favorite and most valuable thing it does for me!
robin says
windows me!!!!
e-books, e-books, e-books, hurray!
Sara Ross says
WINDOWS ME!!!
I do everything on my phone! But I’d be lost if I couldn’t call my family and friends on it.
Kristen says
Windows me! I love having a camera, quick access to email and web browsing!
Krystal P says
WINDOWS ME!
My computer is invaluable for checking email. I like to stay connected to the world around me through it.
Joanna says
Windows me!
Christine says
Windows me! My camera and email are used constantly!
Joscelynne says
WINDOWS ME!
Both my phone and my computer keep me organized and reduce my stress. They remember everything I need to do, buy, call, etc and that helps me sleep at night.
Leigh says
WINDOWS ME!
My phone is the quickest way to snap photos of the kids during those spontaneous, don’t-want-to-miss-it moments.
Jenny says
WINDOWS ME!! The ability to check my email and share pictures on the go is invaluable!
Oly Perez says
WINDOWS ME!
The ability to take notes in class and sync up my school calendar with my work calendar. I would absolutely be lost without it, only a couple more days til graduation though!
Erin W. says
WINDOWS ME!!! :-)
I am massively addicted to my phone. It has become such a valuable resource for things like finding a hockey rink on the way to the game (planning ahead is for wusses!!) ;-) or where the closest Dairy Queen is located on a nice day. Makes my life SOOO much easier!
Abby Jones says
Windows me! Our photos would be a disaster without the computer to keep ’em all organized.
Ruby says
Windows Me! Would be so handy as our kids use a computer for their schooling!
Kirsten says
Windows Me! There are too many things that I love…being able to find directions someplace, entertainment for my son, a camera for when I forget mine. This list goes on and on!
Mary says
Windows me! I adore my tablet. Its the best way to access Google Reader. And I refuse to admit the Reader is going to go away soon. :-(
Allison Nutting says
WINDOWS ME!
I love having all my music on me!
Heather M. says
WINDOWS ME!! My laptop enables me to finish my degree online. Yay!!
Stephanie Simpson says
Windows Me! I use GPS on my phone probably every other day- even though I’ve lived in the same city for nearly five years.
Megan says
Windows me….. I love how emails come to my phone. Also, GPS is a life saver.
Lauren H. says
WINDOWS ME!
Where would I be without the map on my phone? Has saved me many, many times.
Amy says
WINDOWS ME!
I love always having a selection of books or magazines with me to read on the go.
Mandy says
WINDOWS ME!!!
I love having email and games handy all the time!
Savina says
WINDOWS ME! I love being able to take pictures of my darling 8 month old daughter wherever we happen to be.