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Automated

companyactive13 mentionsFirst seen Dec 2, 2022Last seen Apr 7, 2026

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Automated is a major pinball distributor and venue in the North American pinball market, serving as both a retail/show location and wholesale distributor hub. The entity operates a warehouse facility where significant pinball inventory is stocked and managed, and hosts pinball shows/events where collectors and enthusiasts can view and compare games. Kaneda has positively endorsed Automated as a distributor, with multiple mentions spanning late 2024 through early 2026 documenting their role in product availability and the broader pinball ecosystem.

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  • Professional pinball moving/logistics service delivering Pokémon to Kaneda

    Kaneda' Pinball Podcast Saturday Morning Spectacular April 4Apr 5, 2026
  • Pinball venue/operator; now hosting Kaneda's Guns N' Roses CE; responsible for repairs and potential sale coordination

    Episode 1208: "Kaneda's First Impressions of Pokemon LE"Apr 7, 2026
  • Stern distributor in Milford, Connecticut, run by Mike Dodona, handles warranty and product replacement.

    #138 What a fool believes - The Classic Pinball PodcastMar 31, 2026
  • Pinball distributor; Mike operates; holding inventory (Elton John CEs, Big Lebowski); pricing at markup above MSRP ($1,000-1,500 premium).

    Episode 944: "Pokemon? And Why GN'R Value Will Never Return"May 1, 2024
  • Location operator where Dune will eventually be placed for Kaneda's hands-on testing

    Episode 1078: "Kaneda's Shocking Take on Dune After Sleeping On It"Apr 15, 2025
  • Pinball distributor; owner 'Mike' characterized by Kaneda as 'amazing person'

    Episode 846: "Jersey Jack Goes 700 Days Without Code Updates?"

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Sep 15, 2023
  • Location where Kaneda played Harry Potter alongside other recent major releases; described as having dark playing environment

    Episode 1102: "Kaneda Plays Potter"Jun 11, 2025
  • Stern Pinball distributor; Kaneda recommends for Venom LE purchases; run by Mike

    Episode 823: "Will Venom LE Sell Out Week1?"Jul 14, 2023
  • Pinball distributor that held Pirates of the Caribbean CE inventory at $12,500 that sat unsold for two years before secondary market spike

    Episode 745: "Kaneda's Top 10 Most Collectible Pins"Dec 2, 2022
  • Distributor warehouse visited by Kaneda; location where significant pinball inventory stockpiling observed

    Saturday Morning Spectacular Dec 14Dec 15, 2024
  • Distributor; Kaneda positively endorses; Kaneda jokingly plans to create 'Canada promo code' that charges $500 premium instead of discount

    Episode 1125: "The Price of Pinball Content Freedom"Aug 19, 2025
  • Major pinball distributor; listed as sold out of Pokemon LE

    Episode 1186: "Pokemon Will Be The Fastest Selling Stern LE Ever...Good Luck Finding One"Feb 10, 2026
  • Pinball show/venue where Kaneda observed multiple games, compared products, and met collectors

    Episode 1167: "Thanks For The Info, Jack!"Dec 8, 2025