Post and giveaway sponsored by XFINITY, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure.
When thinking about my favorite tech gadget, it’s impossible to say just one. Of course, my iPhone would be an obvious choice. To make things a little more interesting, I will say that my favorite gadget as of right now is my Kindle Paperwhite. I know a lot of hardcore readers will disagree, and so did I for a while, but hear me out. Although I would love to own every physical book that I love, I just don’t have the space. My husband is already quite busy trying to keep my hoarding tendencies at bay. If you add books to the mix, we will have a reality show in no time.
My Favorite Tech Gadget
I wrote an entire post about why I love my Kindle Paperwhite, but that’s not the point of this post. The point here is that the invention of electronic eReaders forever changed the way that I read books. There’s no more running to a 24-hour store at 1:00 am to get book number two of a trilogy cause book number one was just that good. Now, I can instantly download the next book (if it’s written) as soon as I want. Have we become a bunch of impatient people? Yes, most definitely. But, that’s the way it is now. Once you get a taste of instant, you don’t want to look back.
XFINITY Gigabit Pro
Do you remember dial-up internet? I sure do, and I never want to go back to that after knowing what’s available. Once you know better, it’s hard to look back. Well, prepare to be changed once again. XFINITY is now offering Gigabit Pro, a new residential service that offers speeds at 2-Gigabits-per-second. That’s tech speak for really freaking fast.
In other words, instead of your internet keeping up with your devices, your devices need to keep up with your internet. Everyone in the family usually has at least one device tapping into the Wi-Fi, so you need speed. This speedy new service is expected to be available to about 18 million homes by the end of the year. That’s more than any other networks. XFINITY has increased their speed 15 times over the past 13 years.
It doesn’t seem like long ago that my hubby and I would battle for Wi-Fi usage. If I were working upstairs, he wouldn’t be able to connect to his PS3 downstairs. That’s a fun argument – why my work is more important than his Call of Duty time. Those days are gone, thankfully!
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Which tech gadget has forever changed your life?
christie lopanec says
July 16, 2015 at 4:40 pmmy smart phone changed the way we do everything
Lisa Brown says
July 16, 2015 at 4:52 pmThe tablet was a great addition to my everyday living.
Candice says
July 16, 2015 at 5:45 pmMy tablet made staying connected at home much more easy and enjoyable.
Holly Thomas says
July 16, 2015 at 5:53 pmMy Laptop changed my life.
rust says
July 16, 2015 at 6:02 pmMy laptop, I love it!
Rae Jean Wycoff says
July 16, 2015 at 6:20 pmMy smart phone has changed my life. I use it to access the web and download coupons while shopping, I surf the net or read while waiting, etc.
Pamela Gurganus says
July 16, 2015 at 6:48 pmMy favorite tech gadget that has changed my life is my smartphone! I use it for so many different things!
Kim Henrichs says
July 16, 2015 at 6:59 pmMy favorite tech gadget is the GoPro – it totally changes the dynamic of travel memories!
Colleen Boudreau says
July 16, 2015 at 7:24 pmDefinately my smartphone.
Julie Wood says
July 16, 2015 at 8:08 pmI have to say that it is my Smartphone that has helped me in my life!
Sarah L says
July 16, 2015 at 8:24 pmNo smart phone so that isn’t it. No laptop so that isn’t it.
I just love my great desktop computer and the very fast internet speeds.
Thanks for the contest.
Jessie C. says
July 16, 2015 at 9:00 pmMy laptop changes everything for me.
E Kay says
July 16, 2015 at 9:22 pmMy iphone definitely
Leigh Anne Borders says
July 16, 2015 at 9:49 pmThe smart phone changed my life as it made it easier for me to talk to my husband when we were out and about.
Lauren Meyer says
July 16, 2015 at 9:50 pmMy iPad.
tabitha says
July 16, 2015 at 10:13 pmmy tablet rocks my world!
ginette4 says
July 16, 2015 at 10:18 pmFor me it would be my iPad..love that I take it everywhere I go, I can Skype, read and post emails and surf the net…anywhere!
M.Clark says
July 16, 2015 at 10:45 pmMy favorite tech gadget is my laptop, I wouldn’t be able to go online without it.
Fee Roberts says
July 16, 2015 at 11:11 pmI’d have to say my smartphone. I’ve learned to do different things on my phone, like scanning coupons at the store. It has saved me a bit of money.
Anita Duvall says
July 17, 2015 at 12:17 amLove my SmartPhone. I feel safe and connected to my family 24/7. You never have to worry about being stranded on the side of the road.
Jacob LaFountaine says
July 17, 2015 at 3:46 amiPad Mini. My go to device for reading and entertainment in bed
ken ohl says
July 17, 2015 at 4:11 amhave to say my i phone for sure. thankyou, ken
Natalie says
July 17, 2015 at 6:38 amI would have to say that my laptop has changed my life. I use it all the time.
Gina M says
July 17, 2015 at 7:15 amMy smartphone has changed my life! I can access everything on the go.
Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 AT gmail DOT com
Beth Hill says
July 17, 2015 at 7:49 amMy smartphone! I can stay in touch with my kids at college, instantly! Love to text and check my email where ever I am.
Kimmy Ripley says
July 17, 2015 at 8:22 amLove my Note 4! I am on it all the time!!
Jeanna says
July 17, 2015 at 9:01 amI would say my Smartphone/iPhone. I use that for everything!
Cathy French says
July 17, 2015 at 9:31 amThe best tech item that changed my life is simply my desktop computer. I don’t use a lot of gadgets but I couldn’t live without my computer.
Michelle Washburn says
July 17, 2015 at 9:39 amMy IPAD mini has changed my life by keeping me organized at home and on the go, and it fits in my handbag!
LaTanya says
July 17, 2015 at 10:15 ammy iphone
Nicholas Thheodore says
July 17, 2015 at 10:25 amdlell insperion laptop
McKim says
July 17, 2015 at 10:25 amMy favorite tech gadget would be my iPhone.
Kimberly Hilbert says
July 17, 2015 at 10:27 amMy favorite tech gadget is my Kindle. Although for gadgets that changed my life I’d say the computer.
Sandy Klocinski says
July 17, 2015 at 11:02 amMy favorite tech gadget is my SWIFTPOINT GTTM MOUSE. The mouse combines natural touch gestures with the precision and convenience of a traditional mouse. It uses a full range of touch gestures with a natural finger and wrist action for swiping, flicking, zooming (think of holding a pen to multitask). There really isn’t a more comfortable mouse on the market. Helps a lot with my carpal tunnel from entering so many sweeps!
Adella Gonzalez says
July 17, 2015 at 11:31 amMy favorite gadget is my laptop. I use it all day everyday.
Thomas Murphy says
July 17, 2015 at 1:30 pmMy favorite is my iphone.
Amanda Sakovitz says
July 17, 2015 at 2:33 pmMy smartphone is my favorite.
Stephen Stagray says
July 17, 2015 at 2:43 pmMy WIFI router.
Tara says
July 17, 2015 at 5:37 pmThe smartphone changed my life!
Brad says
July 17, 2015 at 7:55 pmMacbook pro with Adobe creative suite…. i feel lost when i don’t have it nearby!
Katie J says
July 17, 2015 at 9:04 pmMy smart phone has definitely changed my life!
Stephanie Phelps says
July 17, 2015 at 11:16 pmI would have to say my computer because it is how I stay in touch with family and I get recipes from it and I do all my banking and entertainment on it!
Tina W says
July 18, 2015 at 1:51 amMy Kindle Fire has been a GODSEND the last 3 years. I’ve been with my Dad at the hospital multiple times, and it keeps me entertained (books, movies, etc) and allows me to send emails to update all the family members.
chris hoey says
July 18, 2015 at 9:36 amI say my computer because it is how I stay in touch with my family and I get recipes from it and I do all my banking and entertainment on it!
Ellie Wright says
July 18, 2015 at 11:50 amI would have to say my smart phone. It has allowed me to stay connected with friends and family, no matter where I am. and has replaced so many things, such as city maps. I don’t know how we navigated without it.
Courtnie says
July 18, 2015 at 1:06 pmI’d say my cell phone. I definitely need it for GPS, talking to friends and family, and listening to music.
Laura J says
July 18, 2015 at 6:58 pmOh…for sure the smartphone! Its so nice to be able to take pictures while out and about when you dont have your camera….visit websites if you are looking for something while out and about, and GPS have saved me so many times!
Stacey b says
July 18, 2015 at 11:30 pmI always think about how much having a smart phone has changed my life and the way I do things. Makes life so much easier.
Kristen says
July 19, 2015 at 12:41 amMy favorite is my phone. I don’t how I ever found my way anywhere before I could look up addresses and directions!
Cheryl says
July 19, 2015 at 3:11 amMy favorite tech gadget is my iPad mini.
Karla R. says
July 19, 2015 at 6:50 pmMy phone, I used it for everything!
Mary Rutter says
July 19, 2015 at 10:57 pmMy favorite would be my ipad
sandra davis says
July 20, 2015 at 3:17 amMy tablet has allowed me to do so much while on the go.
Shelia Slusher says
July 20, 2015 at 6:48 amMy favorite tech gadget is my smart phone. I love it!
jeccica simpson says
July 20, 2015 at 11:44 amMy iPad!
Elle says
July 20, 2015 at 11:51 amSwitching from the old school flip phone to my smartphone changed things greatly..I can’t even imagine still having a phone that was well, just a phone!
Laurie says
July 20, 2015 at 12:02 pmMy current favorite tech gadget is my fitbit.
Kelly D says
July 20, 2015 at 12:37 pmMy android phone is my favorite. I use it to look up information, call people and take pictures of my family. It is so convenient.
Tamra H says
July 20, 2015 at 2:16 pmDefinitely my smart phone. How did we live without them! Helps to stay organized at all times.
steve weber says
July 20, 2015 at 3:46 pmMy favorite tech gadget is my smart phone.
Will G says
July 20, 2015 at 4:57 pmMy laptop
Tammy Woodall says
July 20, 2015 at 5:16 pmMy favorite Tech Gadget is my Kindle Fire.
shelly peterson says
July 20, 2015 at 5:41 pmMy favorite tech gadget that changed my life is my home computer, it’s what I use most to keep in touch with friends and family.
kjasus says
July 20, 2015 at 7:21 pmmy iphone is what i cannot live without. i use it for everything, not just making calls or texting
Kristin says
July 20, 2015 at 9:38 pmI would say my iPhone. My iPad is a close second.
Rita A says
July 20, 2015 at 10:37 pmMy life changing tech gadget is the iPad. It helped me through a tough health scare with information and mindless entertainment.
Carla S says
July 21, 2015 at 8:29 amMy favorite tech gadget is my gps. It’s better than having to read a map.
GloRia S says
July 21, 2015 at 9:18 amMy favorite gadget has to be my iphone
Sharon Rooney says
July 21, 2015 at 9:40 amMy favorite gadget has to be my phone. It allows me to do almost everything that I do on my computer. It is great that I can check e-mails when I am away.
Melissa Moore says
July 21, 2015 at 10:13 amMy camera! I can’t live without it.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
July 21, 2015 at 4:04 pmMy Favorite High Tech Gadget Is My Laptop.
Mami2jcn says
July 21, 2015 at 6:28 pmI like my laptop because I can enter giveaways on it!
shelly sawicki lash neuhouser says
July 22, 2015 at 6:02 pmI did not think it would, however, my smart phone changed everything!
Jillian Too says
July 22, 2015 at 6:11 pmMy smart phone has changed my life. I can stay connected and take care of important responsibilities when I’m on the go or traveling.
Stevie says
July 22, 2015 at 6:57 pmMy tablet has changed my life! I use that for everything, including netflix in bed haha
Amanda Alvarado says
July 22, 2015 at 10:25 pmMy favorite is my computer!
mita says
July 23, 2015 at 8:33 amMy favorite gadget is my laptop.
Patti Hess says
July 23, 2015 at 9:34 pmI would have to say my Laptop too or my NOOK!
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Becky Lyons Borgia (@BeckyatGUNT) says
July 24, 2015 at 11:54 amI can’t imagine life without my smartphone. To be able to access information and people at any given moment is incredible.
Melissa Cross Botelho says
July 24, 2015 at 4:27 pmMy smart phone and kindle
Deb E says
July 25, 2015 at 1:28 amMy newer laptop with Windows 7, since I was running XP, lol
Julie Waldron says
July 25, 2015 at 9:17 amMy favorite tech gadget is my smartphone.
Lynn says
July 25, 2015 at 7:41 pmI just started using the Iphone last November to take on the trip! love the camera, got me back into social media with Instagram
Cori Westphal says
July 25, 2015 at 9:08 pmI’d have to say my GPS. Yes, I love my laptop and I love my phone. But GPS has made my job a whole lot easier. I travel every day for work, and I’d be lost without GPS – literally!
coriwestphal at gmail dot com
Debbie Jensen says
July 26, 2015 at 12:07 amI love my smart phone! It allows me to do everything!
laurie murley says
July 26, 2015 at 12:07 ammy phone is my favorite tech gadget
Jessica Gipson says
July 26, 2015 at 5:00 pmMy favorite tech gear has to be my wireless bluetooth headphones that my hubby bought me. I can exercise and run freely without wires holding me back. I love them.
Jen Rodrigues says
July 26, 2015 at 7:51 pmTIVO Because back then you would have to stay home and watch your show or else you would miss it. Its the best.
lissa crane says
July 26, 2015 at 8:25 pmI would have to say my tablet is what changed my life. I do my work on it, watch movies on it, and I am even able to send pictures and videos with it to keep in touch with my family & friends!
Taryn T. says
July 27, 2015 at 10:53 amI think my laptop is my favorite. I also think it is glued to me! I use it for work, play, research….. I really am not sure what I would do without it.
Tiffany Dover says
July 27, 2015 at 3:49 pmdefinitely my tablet! I can take it anywhere easily and do anything on it. Work from home, check on the kids, take notes, pictures you name it!
Saundra McKenzie says
July 27, 2015 at 5:08 pmMy tablet has changed the way I do everything. It allows me to do most of anything I need to do and is always at my side.
Jennifer Finn says
July 27, 2015 at 8:20 pmsmartphone for sure
Marilyn Nawara says
July 27, 2015 at 8:29 pmMy laptop has changed my life and has made me so much more productive.
Teresa Moore says
July 27, 2015 at 8:46 pmI think my laptop and my tablet because I take them more places with me. My tablet is great for on the go and vacation time.
Sue Hull says
July 27, 2015 at 10:15 pmI think my phone definitely. I don’t have a laptop so since I hate sitting at my my pc for hours I enter giveaways on my phone. Thank you for the chance 🙂
Barbara Montag says
July 27, 2015 at 10:15 pmMy favorite gadget is my iPad Mini.
It changed my life because I can go online when I’m out and about wherever they have WiFi.
thank you
Daniel M says
July 27, 2015 at 11:14 pmI don’t have any tech gadgets, no phone tablets kindles game systems nothing other than a tv and computer
Nicole says
July 28, 2015 at 1:09 amMy iPhone definitely changed the way I view, and use, technology
Dana Matthews says
July 28, 2015 at 1:20 amI have an Android phone. For me, conquering using it has been a lifesaver! I can keep up with so many things on it…connect to the internet…check email. I love it!
Leela says
July 28, 2015 at 2:07 amMy desktop.
Amy M says
July 28, 2015 at 10:27 amI don’t have one yet, but I think an Echo would totally change the tech game in our house. It’s hard to imagine how we got by before smart phones, and that was only like five years ago.
Erin Hussman says
July 28, 2015 at 11:46 amSmart Phone for sure!!!
Jacqueline Punzo says
July 28, 2015 at 11:52 amDefinately would be my laptop!
karyn koehler says
July 28, 2015 at 12:41 pmMy smartphone has changed so much for me. I look for coupons, get lowest price gas alerts, save grocery list, calendar alerts so I do not forget important dates, and texting with my teenager!
Naomie says
July 28, 2015 at 2:17 pmI love my Kindle Fire
GinaH says
July 29, 2015 at 6:12 amMy favorite gadget is probably my Kindle Fire HDX. It does everything I need, from browsing the internet, to movies, and books.
Susan Christy says
July 29, 2015 at 10:13 amMy Smartphone. I love being able to get online, send email, texts, take pictures, watch movies, and talk all from one device.
Bridget Merker says
July 29, 2015 at 2:04 pmMy Samsung Galaxy 6 phone – I love all the features!
Steph D. says
July 29, 2015 at 2:22 pmMy iPhone has changed my life. It is so easy to use and to download apps that make my life easier! 🙂
Jennifer Rote says
July 29, 2015 at 5:32 pmMy favorite tech gadget that has changed my life is my laptop.
liz l says
July 29, 2015 at 7:06 pmMy phone…Only thing I can’t do with it is cook food…but I can place an order and pick it up- lol!
Mary Cloud says
July 29, 2015 at 8:31 pmMy laptop changed my life because I can now work from home
lindsay hess says
July 30, 2015 at 8:07 amMy Iphone is my gadget! There is so much I can do on it and every time a new version comes out it always gets better and better!!
Jessica says
July 30, 2015 at 10:45 amMy iPhone is my favorite tech gadget. I’ve had other smart phones before, but they weren’t very user friendly. My iPhone is so easy to use and I love it!
Marnie G says
July 30, 2015 at 2:13 pmI would have to say its my smartphone. It comes in so handy in so many situations. Not only does it add a level of safety it also has so many features that add convenience.
Blythe J says
July 30, 2015 at 10:24 pmDefinitely my Kindle. I am an avid reader and it is nice to have many books in a portable device.
Alka K says
July 30, 2015 at 11:11 pmMy laptop!
Serge B says
July 31, 2015 at 5:26 amMy cellphone is my favorite gadget
Pam H. says
July 31, 2015 at 6:12 amMy iPad is my favorite gadget. It makes it so easy to send emails, read books, catch up on Facebook, search the web, watch videos, and play games.
Patricia E. says
July 31, 2015 at 6:50 amTo be completely honest, there is no tech gadget that has changed my life, but my favorite is my laptop.
jenn giannetto says
July 31, 2015 at 6:54 ami love my ipad. it is my favorite gadget!
Donna Cheatle says
July 31, 2015 at 7:23 amFor me, it has to be the Kindle. I still have my first one and it’s one of the original Kindles. I have since gotten a Kindle Fire, but still won’t give up my original!!
Adrianne B says
July 31, 2015 at 7:31 amMy favorite tech gadget is definitely my iPhone.
Darlene Owen says
July 31, 2015 at 7:43 amMy favorite tech gadget is my IPHONE
mary j says
July 31, 2015 at 8:23 amI really like my Samsung tablet.
TallulahJane says
July 31, 2015 at 8:23 amMy Kindle changed the way I read. It’s amazing to have so many books in such a small space.
Pam C. says
July 31, 2015 at 8:39 amDefinitely, my smart phone. It is my go to gadget and it keeps me on track in so many ways.
Dawn Monroe says
July 31, 2015 at 9:32 amI don’t use a lot of tech but I love my phone. It makes it so easy to keep in touch with my kids in so many ways.
Liz @ Yes/No Films says
July 31, 2015 at 9:58 amI was going to say my Mophie, so I can stay out all day, lol, but that’s kind of sad … I’ll go with my iPad Mini. 🙂
Ronda says
July 31, 2015 at 12:21 pmMy smartphone.
Peggy Johnson says
July 31, 2015 at 12:25 pmMy smartphone is my favorite techy gadget…I never wanted one because I didnt think I needed it…now I can’t live without it…it organizes my life
LynneMarie says
July 31, 2015 at 12:36 pmMy Chromebook because I can take it with me to work (where we don’t have computers) and on trips. It helps me keep in touch with friends and family on Facebook, look up important info when at work and also check my emails for winning notifications.
Wehaf says
July 31, 2015 at 1:05 pmMy nook has completely changed long-distance travel for me; I can take a whole library on a trans-Atlantic flight!
Elizabeth Newsome says
July 31, 2015 at 2:01 pmMy smartphone! It truly amazes me how much it can do and keep me from having to sit at the computer for so many things!
Sarah Hayes says
July 31, 2015 at 2:06 pmhaving an iPad has changed my life. I love using it on vacation. I can do so much with it that I couldn’t with a laptop
Leah Shumack says
July 31, 2015 at 3:35 pmI just got my first tablet and realize how much I can really get done on it!
DG Middendorf says
July 31, 2015 at 3:45 pmMy smartphone is my life!!
Nora T says
July 31, 2015 at 5:47 pmI like my tablets…I sue them instead od cookbooks, for the news, for email’s, even for a remote
Birdiebee says
July 31, 2015 at 6:48 pmMy iPhone has changed my life.
Alison H says
July 31, 2015 at 7:47 pmMy favorite gadget is my Roku, so I can stream my favorite shows on my TV!
Christy Peeples DuBois says
July 31, 2015 at 8:29 pmMy iPhone 5 changed my life for sure. There are definitely positive changes but negative ones also and I keep using it and will continue to as far as I can tell.
Jennifer Clay says
July 31, 2015 at 9:15 pmWhen I got my first laptop. I was able to not only find OLD friends and connect with family members that I had not spoken to in years, but I was able to start my own site.
JohnZ says
July 31, 2015 at 9:38 pmLaptop or phone. Hard to call.
Angelica M says
July 31, 2015 at 10:01 pmMy phone & tablet. 🙂
Tiffany Overall says
July 31, 2015 at 10:05 pmMy phone. It has replaced almost everything. GREAT camera for memories, contacts, email, research…
Steven Epstein says
July 31, 2015 at 10:12 pmmy samsung galaxy s4. you can do everything on it
Alison Matalanis says
July 31, 2015 at 10:29 pmMy iphone has really changed my life. So useful!
Julie says
July 31, 2015 at 10:42 pmMy tablet I pad has just been great so much I can get done on it and also the fun my daughter has while playing and learning on it also…
lauren says
July 31, 2015 at 11:05 pmMy portable charger has been a saving grace when in the city and on the go.
Ellen Casper says
July 31, 2015 at 11:15 pmMost definately my smartphone.
Angela Saver says
July 31, 2015 at 11:24 pmMy ipad has changed my life because it has made it so much easier for me to get things done without having to get to the computer!
allyson tice says
July 31, 2015 at 11:40 pmMy GPS!! I travel a lot for work and this has made my days easier and less stressful! a game changer for sure!
Amanda Stovall says
August 1, 2015 at 8:06 pmHi! My favorite gadget is my iPad Mini!!! I’m obsessed