I almost got excited thinking Anandtech was giving out Vodka based drinks at IDF. Thanks, Purch.
Purch: I'd rather see some small giveaways of products reviewed by Anandtech, with manufacturer and Anandtech logos/propaganda on it. Don't be too chintzy; USB 3.0 sticks, a tee shirt (size XL), something totally geeky for a good laugh, or a Razer Blade 14/Pro. I'd be happy to do some smiles and user feedback on the Razer Blade to get one. Hey, I'll even click some extra ad links on the site. Let's be real and say Anandtech has had some good giveaways over the years; for this one I questioned the value of the effort.
I'm sure you can find some alcoholic beverages at IDF if you look hard enough ;)
The "value" of this effort is more to get readers onto the forums. Many readers have had accounts for years but don't visit the forums; many forum lifers don't read the articles. This is our attempt to bring the two groups together. It's not the greatest prize, but it also doesn't take much in order to win.
Hi! Kevin here, the guy running this. This is very much open to ALL users, regardless of where you are. We are happy to send these screwdrivers out to wherever you might live :)
That is a standard $1.00 4-in-1 screwdriver with a logo printed on it. AnandTech claims to give it to us straight in their articles, I would expect them to do the same in their self promotion.
Holy S**t. The new dis-improved Anandtech just spent $10 on it readers! Seriously, is the whiskey messing with my vision, or did you really say you're giving away all TEN screwdrivers? TEN? TEN!!??
You don't have to be a forum poster to be a fan of Anandtech. I have made barely any posts on the forums, yet I've been reading almost every article on the blog and commenting for years now.
I feel like a behind-the-scenes conversation about this giveaway goes something like this:
Anandtech: Seriously? A screw driver? You think our reader base would appreciate something like this? Purch: Sure, tech people need screw drivers for computer activities and this is a great and cheap way to get your brand further out there. Anandtech. Sure....just watch the comment thread on this and get back to us.
Seriously, Purch couldn't pony up the bucks for a proper enthusiast-grade multi-bit kit? I'm trying to think of a bad joke right now that's worse than that driver in the picture, but I can't.
any chance my screwdriver could come customized with a full screen snapdragon background video, adverts targeted and slurped down from my cookies, or some cyber dood underwear? :p
I can't believe it. AnandTech is giving away some free swag, and it's something more useful than a keyring, lanyard, etc., and all people want to do is complain! It is FREE people. Besides, if you have ever looked at the swag companies, you know it isn't cheap to have a personalized device unless you buy hundreds if not thousands of pieces.
I bought one of these screwdrivers at the hardware store for $5.00. Extremely handy tool to have. I'll be heading over to the forum to enter to win this.
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osteopathic1 - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Coolddriver - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
But does it come with bias :DWereCatf - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Is this giveaway again only for Americans? I want an Anandtech screwdriver and I'm gonna be very sad if I can't even enter the competition :(ddriver - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
For non americans there are only screw-yourself-drivers available :)Michael Bay - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
You could have just said AMD. ^_^AndrewJacksonZA - Thursday, August 20, 2015 - link
Lol! Hahaha!*sad face because you're kinda right with most of the other giveaways*
Denithor - Friday, August 21, 2015 - link
And we wonder why many parts of the world don't like Americans...ddriver - Friday, August 21, 2015 - link
I don't think it is that ;) And people have issue with the US government, not US people.StevoLincolnite - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 - link
As an Australian... That is why I like Americans. lolBut seriously... This giveaway is world-wide as per the forum announcement. WOOOOOT!
eanazag - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
I almost got excited thinking Anandtech was giving out Vodka based drinks at IDF. Thanks, Purch.Purch: I'd rather see some small giveaways of products reviewed by Anandtech, with manufacturer and Anandtech logos/propaganda on it. Don't be too chintzy; USB 3.0 sticks, a tee shirt (size XL), something totally geeky for a good laugh, or a Razer Blade 14/Pro. I'd be happy to do some smiles and user feedback on the Razer Blade to get one. Hey, I'll even click some extra ad links on the site. Let's be real and say Anandtech has had some good giveaways over the years; for this one I questioned the value of the effort.
eanazag - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Afterthought: no QR codes on the damn Tee shirts, please. I haven't stooped that low yet.Titillating - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
I'm sure you can find some alcoholic beverages at IDF if you look hard enough ;)The "value" of this effort is more to get readers onto the forums. Many readers have had accounts for years but don't visit the forums; many forum lifers don't read the articles. This is our attempt to bring the two groups together. It's not the greatest prize, but it also doesn't take much in order to win.
Titillating - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Hi! Kevin here, the guy running this. This is very much open to ALL users, regardless of where you are. We are happy to send these screwdrivers out to wherever you might live :)JoyTech - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Is this a joke?! LOLSamus - Wednesday, August 19, 2015 - link
And what AT reader doesn't need a spare screw driver. You can never have too many!AnotherGuy - Wednesday, August 19, 2015 - link
Please give me your screwdriver :)lukewayne - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
That is a standard $1.00 4-in-1 screwdriver with a logo printed on it. AnandTech claims to give it to us straight in their articles, I would expect them to do the same in their self promotion.stephenbrooks - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
--[That is a standard $1.00 4-in-1 screwdriver with a logo printed on it.]--I know, but I still want it for some reason :)
TennesseeTony - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Holy S**t. The new dis-improved Anandtech just spent $10 on it readers! Seriously, is the whiskey messing with my vision, or did you really say you're giving away all TEN screwdrivers? TEN? TEN!!??Murloc - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
where can you buy $1 screwdrivers?JoyTech - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Selecting a giveaway, which has limited use in tech world....poor choice!Murloc - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
I take it you don't own a computer.s1175290 - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
I got really excited at the prospect of winning some OJ and vodka.....imagine my disappointment.Mushkins - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
The number of people entering the giveaway with less than 10 forum posts claiming to be "long time fans" is amazing. For a $1 swag screwdriver.SodaAnt - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
You don't have to be a forum poster to be a fan of Anandtech. I have made barely any posts on the forums, yet I've been reading almost every article on the blog and commenting for years now.Titillating - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Precisely! And readers like you are precisely who we are trying to bring to the forums :)hypopraxia - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Yay!Grayswean - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
It doesn't appear to be sonic. Plus, the blue clashes with my toolbelt and shoes.Stuka87 - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Does it have bluetooth? Everything is better with bluetooth.Ninhalem - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
I feel like a behind-the-scenes conversation about this giveaway goes something like this:Anandtech: Seriously? A screw driver? You think our reader base would appreciate something like this?
Purch: Sure, tech people need screw drivers for computer activities and this is a great and cheap way to get your brand further out there.
Anandtech. Sure....just watch the comment thread on this and get back to us.
Luscious - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
Screwed by AnandTechMakes for a great case badge too ;-)
Seriously, Purch couldn't pony up the bucks for a proper enthusiast-grade multi-bit kit? I'm trying to think of a bad joke right now that's worse than that driver in the picture, but I can't.
Gunbuster - Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - link
any chance my screwdriver could come customized with a full screen snapdragon background video, adverts targeted and slurped down from my cookies, or some cyber dood underwear? :pjardows2 - Wednesday, August 19, 2015 - link
I can't believe it. AnandTech is giving away some free swag, and it's something more useful than a keyring, lanyard, etc., and all people want to do is complain! It is FREE people. Besides, if you have ever looked at the swag companies, you know it isn't cheap to have a personalized device unless you buy hundreds if not thousands of pieces.I bought one of these screwdrivers at the hardware store for $5.00. Extremely handy tool to have. I'll be heading over to the forum to enter to win this.
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beepboy - Thursday, August 20, 2015 - link
Dig the bluestrafejumper - Friday, August 21, 2015 - link
yes, i'm inmrdave-nisky - Wednesday, August 26, 2015 - link
I could really use this!!!philsan - Thursday, August 27, 2015 - link
Handy to have!