After Thanksgiving comes the Black Friday Best Buy sale event, where home electronics and appliances can be bought at the lowest prices of the entire year.
This is a great time to stock up on all those automated devices that are incredibly convenient and just plain cool. There are automated cat waste cleaners that will clean your cat litter so you don't have to deal with the smelly mess, there are automated food-preparing appliances that make delicious foods quickly, and there are electronic devices that you can control through your smartphone, making your life much easier.
Don't sit at home this holiday weekend, go out to the Black Friday Best Buy sale event and get prepared to find cool automated gadgets.
51 Automated Home Appliances
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Spiraling Auto Garages
The Car Park Tower by Mozhao Studio Wins Hong Kong Design Competition
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Aquarium Kitchens
Darren Morgan Designs Aquatic Cooking Spaces
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RoboRaptor Dinosaur Robot
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AeroGarden
Grow Your Own Garden Without the Dirt
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Automated Art
Shapeways' Glass 3D Printing Creates Incredible Designs
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Wine on Tap an VinoVenu
San Francisco Wine Bar
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Flipping Chromatic Installations
The Automated Colour Field Randomly Changes Every Minute
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Digitalized Religious Practices
'Faith Condition' by Lukas Franciszkiewicz Challenges Digital Need
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Hi-Tech Tea Brewers
The Tesera Teemachine is a Super-Sleek Teapot to Serve at a Tea Party
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Motorized LEGO Machines
The LEGO tow truck II by Sariel is a Veritable Block Beast
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Automated Plant Growing
The 'Power Plant'
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Automated Cat Poo Cleaner
Litter Robot
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Robotic Restaurant Servers
The Harbin, Heilongjiang Robot Restaurant in China is the Future
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Automated Home Electronics
The WeMo Plug Allows You to Control Your Surroundings With an App
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Automated Bicycle Illumination
Blink Steady Bike Light Effortlessly Provides Cyclists Night Safety
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Coin-Operated Matrimony Machines
The Wedding Machine from Concept Shed Expedites Weddings
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Rice Roll-Making Machines
The Suzumo Inari Sushi Robot is Seriously Efficient
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Massaging Helmets
The Headtime Scalp Massager by Kinatech Soothes Your Noggin
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Blanket-Straightening Sleepers
The OHEA Smart Bed Automatically Makes the Bed Without Human Help
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Automated CPR Vests
The Reax Resuscitation Device is More Effective & Efficient than Humans
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Burrito-Prepping Robots
The Burritob0t App is the Perfect Complement to the Tacocopter
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Everyday Object Automation Platforms
SmartThings Will Turn Your Home Into a Smart Living Space
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Ping Pong Shooters
The iPong Table Tennis Trainer will Bring You to Forest Gump's Level
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Automated Cleaning Device Pictures
Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Paintings Shot in Long Exposure Cameras
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Automated Roof Scrubbers
The iRobot Looj 330 Gutter Cleaning Robot Cuts Down Your Chores
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Automated Snacking Machines
The Popcorn, Indiana 'Popinator' Uses Voice Detection to Launch Snacks
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Automated Existence Illustrations (UPDATE)
Tetsuya Ishida Depicts Humanity as a Victim of Progress
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Automated Breakfast Machines
The Automatic Pancake Machine Will Solve Your Morning Woes
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Automated Infants
Robot Kid Rickshaw Driver is Cool, Also Creepy
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Minimalist Multicolored Coffeemakers
The DeLonghi kMix Espresso Maker is Vividly Vibrant
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Crash-Proof Vacbots
The Samsung Tango Robot Vacuum Has Thirteen Sensors
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3-D Printed Airplanes
Airbus A380 Uses Perfectly Printed Parts Throughout the Building Process
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Automated Instant Noodles
Cup Noodles Vending Machine Gives Ramen Push-Button Simplicity
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Automated Folding Paper
Robotic Origami Can Be Programmed to Change Shapes
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Automated Pet Feeders
The Pintofeed Ensures Your Critters are Getting Food When You're Not Home
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Automated Horticulture
MIT Demonstrates Robotic Gardening Techniques
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3D Image-Rendering Machines
The 3D Photobench 260 Creates Incredible Product Animations
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Sun-Activated Loungers
The S3 Chair Follows the Light for Ultimate Tanning
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Assignment Picture-Takers
The IPEVO Ziggi USB Document Camera Captures Important Material
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Automated Pooch Fountains
The WaterDog is a Sensor-Activated Device Designed to Keep Pups Hydrated
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Cutting-Edge Commodes
The Toilet 2.0 Reinvents the Restroom and Everything That Happens There
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Cybercrime Fighting Software
Endgame Systems' Internet Telescope Busts Malicious Botnets
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Tech-Infused Tissue Dispensers
The Camitool Electric Toilet Paper Dispenser Promotes Cleanliness
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Techie Super Specs
Shades That Let You Read People Better
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Household Withdrawal Devices
The Cyber Bank Personal ATM Promotes Saving Overspending
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Automated Pencil Sharpeners
The iPoint Evolution Stops When it Detects a Sharp Pencil Point
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Robotic Piano Teachers
Concert Hands Makes for Easy DIY Piano Instruction
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Automated Bartending Apparatuses
The LayerNation El Tirador Shot Dispenser Lets You Party in Style
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Party Picture Takers
Sony's Party Shot Relieves Us of Designated Photog Duties
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Automatic Caffeine Fixes
The Nespresso CitiZ Perks You Up at Home
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Emotion-Detecting Computers
Scientists at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Create a Rad System
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DIY Tin Can Treats
The 'OUR BEST BITES' Blog Shows How to Make Customized Gifts
Touchscreen on the Big Screen
The HP TouchSmart 520t (Sponsored)
Social Media Sleepers
The FBed Concept is Inspired by the Facebook Logo
31 Fun Flavored Vodkas
From Alcoholic Dessert Drinks to Loose Leaf Liquors
Lunchbox Maki Makers
The Wakasu Portable Sushi Maker Molds Homemade Meals into Fun
Glowing Sci-Fi Bicycles
The WinCycle 001 Was Designed as Muscle-Powered Tron Transport
65 Religious Fashion Innovations
These Church-Chic Editorials, Ads and Styles are Controversial
Ignited Crayon Installations
Unwanted Visitor: Portrait of Wildfire Pays Tribute to Texas
Face-Down Furniture
Liogy Aims for Comfort with New Designs
Creepily Charming Accessories
Kika Mishto's Winter 2012 Line is Endearingly Eery
Candy-Colored Schools
The Chalmers Campus Lindholmen Makes Learning Fun
Toilet Paper Promotion Companies
Star Toilet Paper Explores Interesting Advertising Avenues
Giant Disco Ball Structures
The Shadow Pavilion Design Uses Over 100 Pieces of Aluminum
Surreal Conceptual Portraitures
This Marwane Pallas Photography is Fantastical and Eye-Catching
Woven Cycle Accessories
Reel Bicycle Storage Makes Clever Use of Overlooked Areas of Bike Frames
Elegant Ledge Cycle Stands
The MAMA Bike Rack Shelves Your Bicycle for Safe Storage
Personality-Ridden Pet Portraits
Barbara O'Brien's Dog Face Series Captures Adorable Expressions
Hi-Tech Coffee Taps
The Scanomat Top Brewer Reinterprets Caffeine Machines
Paper Fan-Like Architecture
The Green Solution House Takes Sustainability to Another Level
Candy-Coated Cameras
The Sprinkles 7D by PJ Linden Looks as Good as the Photos it Takes
Religious Alter-Ego Editorials
The Mary & Magdalene Editorial Plays Dual Roles
Ghostly Suspended Lighting
The Phantomenal III Lamp Looks to Float in Midair
Updated Analogue Cameras
Break the Rules with the Lomography Sprocket Rocket
Funky Slanted Windows
Miele Gallery by Gonzalo Mardones Viviani Features a Crystal-like Facade
Practically Professional Cameras
The New Canon Powershot G1 X Has Arrived at CES 2012
Religion of Politics
This Stephen Prothero Speech Outlines the Controversy of Spirituality
Flat Functional Backpacks
Cote & Ciel Makes Bags That are Orderly and Easy to Access
Slithering Knapsack Sculptures
Ai Weiwei's Snake Bag Installation Pays Tribute to Dead Children
Faith as a Failed Science
In This Sam Harris Keynote Video, He Discusses the Term 'Religion'
Gore-Infested Surrealism
The Smithe One 'Brick and Meat' Collection is Drenched in Guts
Color-Popped Eco Architecture
The Indigo Tower is Designed to Clean up the Hong Kong Skyline
Hypnotic Light Installations
The Dev Harlan 'Parmenides I' Will Have You Staring for Hours
Credit Card Timepieces
LAKS Watch2Pay System Allows for Contactless Payments
Contemporary Classical Artistry
Takato Yamamoto Renders Modern Concepts in Traditional Style
Pet Hammocks
The Cat Crib is a Space-Saver for Pet Owners
Comfy Tumbling Structures
The 'White Elephant (Privately Soft)' Has a Soft Cowhide Interior
DIY Doggy Bowls
The 'A Beautiful Mess' Blog Shows How to Make Customized Dishware for Pups
Exercising Pet Food Bowls
The GREEN. Interactive Feeder Makes Your Pet Work for Their Food
Sci-Fi Coffee Creators
HJC Design Presents a Modern Coffee Maker Perfect for the World of 'TRON'
Religious Sneaker Sculptures
The Shoe Christ by Petr Motycka is Not Sacred
Bathing Hound Branding
Dogs & Drops Packaging Presents Loofah-Loving Pooches
Green-Wrapped Housing
Parcel D by Oppenheim Architecture + Design is an Eco Residence
Giant Rotating Heads
Metalmorphosis by David Cerny Spews Water From Its Mouth
Slimy Psychedelic Paintings
Charlie Immer Paints Otherworldly Images of Freakish Creatures
Perforated Hexagonal Repositories
Canada Water Library by CZWG Features View of Canada Water Basin
Gadget-Friendly Apparel
The ‘Wearcom’ Pullover Allows You to Always Stay Connected
Heat Sensitive Mobiles
laserworks Turns Your iPhone into a Mood Ring
Collective TV-Watching Installations
Kevin Cooley's Remote Nation Shows Modern Society's Solitude
Rustic Human Renderings
Artem Krepkiy Brings an Analog Grittiness Back to the Art Community
Luxuriously Royal Sleepers
These Disney Princess Bedroom Sets are a Wish Come True
Personalized Multi-Tools (UPDATE)
The Switch Pocketknife Can Switch Accessories on a Whim
Dairy Carton Doghouses
The Milk Box Shelters Your Furry Friends in an Adorable Oversized Package
Retro Photographic Cushions
Ronda J. Smith's Vintage Camera Pillow Series is for the Photo Nut
Dancing Smartphone Docks
The Shimi Android Stand Grooves Along to the Music
Burrito Camera Disguises
Photorito Lens Wrap Protects and Conceals Expensive Photography Tools
High Headboard Couches
The Highlife Sofa Takes Formal Inspiration from Stately Sleepers
Automated Home Electronics
The WeMo Plug Allows You to Control Your Surroundings With an App
Tablet-Controlled Artworks
The Aurora LED Wall is Playfully Interactive and Music-Responsive
Adhesive Serving Vessels
Dress Up Your Father's Day Dinner with these Duct Tape Treat Crowns
Stylish Summer Dog Beds (UPDATE)
Pamper Your Pooch with the 'Bambú Hammock II'
Triple-Latticed Domes
The Trilux Pavilion is Illuminating
Muscle Tissue Mammal Museums
The 'Animal Inside Out' Exhibit Will Make You Cringe at Every Corner
Multi-Colored Mob Art
Werner Kranwetvogel Captured the Performance of North Korea
Drugstore Dessert Stations
Duane Reade UpMarket Fro-Yo Bar Offers Cold Treats
Underachieving Robot Renderings
Lunchbreath Illustrates Humorous Comics Based on AT-AT Puns
Portable Solar Chargers
The Powertraveller Solarmonkey Adventurer Charges Gadgets On-The-Go
Mini Robot Lighting
The Craft System Lamps Collection is like One Big Happy Family
Intimately Controlled Coolers
The Gerhardt Kellermann Fan Changes Speed with a Gentle Stroke
Currency Clad Corn
Pot of Gold Popcorn May Not Make You Rich But it Will Make You Smile
30 Luscious Lip Glosses and Balms
From Fast Food Beauty Products to Dill-Flavored Chapticks
Tiny Smartphone Gadgets
The Sensordrone Can Do a Multitude of Tasks and Fits on a Keyring
Clench-Controlled Faucets
Blue Whales Shower Heads Deliver Increased Pressure with a Tighter Grip
Geothermal-Powered Architecture
Netanya City Hall by Yaniv Pardo is Futuristic
Patterned Maki Wrappers
Designer Nori Features Gorgeous Designs to Adorn Sushi Rolls
End-Of-Life Comfort Droids
The Last Moment Robot Consoles Dying Patients
Couriered Coffee Branding
Velocita Packaging Speaks to Efficient and Fresh Distribution
Canine Hair Extensions
'Puppylocks' Lets You Style Your Pooch
Immeasurably Useful USBs
The Frohne eClip Flash Drive Stores Files and Fulfills Additional Needs
Sleeping Subway Beds
'The Sleeper Car' by Improv Everywhere Let People Rest Their Eyes
Mobile Shopping Projectors
The Escort Shopping Phone Lets You Virtually Try on Clothes On-The-Go
Smartphone-Operated Circuits
The 'Wireless Smart Socket' Controls Homes from Afar
Pharmaceutical Alcohol Dispensers
The Mountain Home Biological 'Separatory Funnel' Used for Drinks
Mystical Sea-Inspired Fish Curations
The Saucy Mermaid Sushi by Sarah Alonzo is Tempting
Lawn Trimming Droids
Cutting the Grass is a Cinch With the Bosch Indego Robot Mower
Emotionally Evocative Game Advertisements
Theory Interactive's Reset Game Trailer is Cinematic
Sprinkled Cinema Snacks
This Birthday Cake Batter Popcorn is a Sweet Take on the Buttered Favorite
Sweet Mexican Cuisine Mashups
These Fruit Tacos Offer a Unique Take on the Classic Savory Dish
Toilet Paper Art
PA-Design Turns Sitting on the John into Surrealism
Robotic Grass Cutters
The Honda Miimo Lawnmower Does Outdoor Chores for Owners
Social Media Cameras
The Polaroid SC1630 Smart Camera is Unveiled at the 2012 CES
Shoulder-Mounted Androids
The MH-2 Robot Takes Telepresence Technology to the Next Level
Sensory Feline Dining
The Gatefeeder Controlled-Feeding System Monitors Food Intake
Readable Wiping Tissue
The Moby Dick Toilet Paper is Multifunctional
Pistol Grip Cups
The Gun Mug Encourages You to Drink Dangerously
Chef-Endorsed Sushi Etiquette Videos
The Sam Sugimoto Stomach Life Clip Debunks Mealtime Decorum
Steady Shot Gadgets
The Zevro Gravity Release Jigger Creates Delectable Layered Drinks
Humanized Creature Cartoons
The ‘Animals are Kewl' Series by Georges Le Mercenaire is
Self-Replenishing Water Basins
The Auto Refilling Dog Bowl Keeps Your Pets Hydrated
Smartphone-Controlled Fake Pets
The OMNIBOT i-SODOG Lets You Raise a Dog via Your iPhone
Sweet Maki-Inspired Bites
These Sushi Cake Pops are Almost too Darling to Nibble
Siri-Inspired Robots
‘Ubi-The Ubiquitous Computer’ is a Hands-Free Super Computer
Acrobatic Carnival Art
Estela A Cuadro Illustrates A Fantasy Circus World
Retro Panoramic Cameras
The Spinner 360 Shoots Photos on 35MM Film Strips
Trim Tissue Branding
Oxford Toilet Paper Packaging Dresses Up an Ordinary Household Item
Night Vision Cameras
The Nikon D4 Launches at the 2012 CES and Works in the Lowest Light
Mobile-Monitoring Robots
The 'Boitful' Social Telepresence Robot by Claire Delaunay Boasts Utility
Sectioned Nap Packs
The Zippered Vents Sleeping Bag Caters to Individual Sleepers
Stress-Free Animal Dishware
The Trendy Pet Bowl Lets Your Dog or Cat Eat with Ease
Glow in the Dark Cruisers
The Penny Skateboards 'Nickel' Longboard Will Keep You Safe at Night
Assignment Picture-Takers
The IPEVO Ziggi USB Document Camera Captures Important Material
23 Delicious Popcorn Finds
From Bacon-Flavored to Twitter-Powered Popcorn
Language Learning Droids
The iCub DeeChee Develops Vocabulary by Interacting With Humans
Robotic Rap Dancers
Dance Party Robot Brings the Party to San Francisco
File-Sharing Religions
Kopimism is Now an Officially Recognized Form of Faith
Perfect Timing Snack Machines
The Snack Master Toaster from UNOLD Is a One-Stop Gadget
Egg-Shaped Sound Systems
The ECLIPSE TD508MK3 Speakers Focuses on Both Function and Form
Projecting Video Cameras
Sony's New Handycam Camcorder is Unveiled at the 2012 CES
Robot Assembling Kits
The Dr. Who DIY Cyberman Kit Lets you Build your Own Cyber Villain
Gold-Studded Snack Food
Bercos Billion Dollar Popcorn Takes Luxury Edibles to the Next Level
Petrol-Free Utopias
Nissan LEAF Goes to Extremes to Advertise its New Electrical Car
Comfortable Robotic Cushions
'intelliPillow' by Innvo Labs Adjusts Depending on Sleeping Position
Playright Packaged Tissues
The Shakespeare Tissue Box Cover Will End Your Nose Woes
Asian-Infused Tacos
The Edamame Egg Salad Offers a Twist to the Classic Sandwich
Smartphone-Controlled Microwaves
Lg’s ‘Lightwave Oven’ Masters a Series of Funct
Incandescent Drinking Games
The Glow in the Dark Beer Pong Set is a College Kid's Dream
Vibrant Public Amphitheatres
The Red Stair Boasts a Backlight to Draw Eyes Even At Night
Cheeky Line-Avoiding Wipes
'Now Serving' Toilet Paper by Carmichael Collective is Clever
Wireless-Controlled Cookers
The AGA iTotal Control Brings High-Tech Appliances to the Kitchen
Bird Feed Kitchenware
The Smart Space Wall Mount Food Dispensers Are Avian-Esque
Interactive Work Spaces
The Wilkhakhn InteracTable Streamlines Board Room Collaboration
Heavy Duty Pet Slingshots (UDPATE)
The HyperDog Ball Launcher Will Keep Spot Busy for Hours
Wi-Fi Digital Cameras
The Samsung DV300F Allows Users to Shoot and Upload Online
Smartphone-Controlled Air Coolers
The KUHL Wireless Air Conditioner Can Chill Hot Rooms from
Partly Popped Snacks
Halfpops Present Undercooked Kernels
Fabulously Faux Wicks
The Glow in the Dark Candlestick by GAMAGO Makes for a Creative Nightlight
Psychedelic Retro Cartoons
Death is Home by Topsafe London Looks Like a Walt Disney Film on Acid
Self-Charging Automatic Vacuums
The Sumabo Robot Vacuum is the Smart Way to Clean
Block-Made Racing Robots
The LEGO Go-Kart is Fully Functional and Totally Cool
Caffeinated Cinema Snacks
The Bio Fuel Popcorn Provides a Jolt of Energy