I have a basic rice cooker and I absolutely love it. Perfect rice every time without having to think too hard about measurements or the time, as the measurements are stamped on the bowl (fill rice here, fill water here) and it will always switch to warming mode at exactly the right time. I wouldn't bother getting a fancy computerized model, the old thermostatic ones are pretty much perfect.

Technology Connections video on old-style rice cookers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSTNhvDGbYI

We have that exact same kettle, its wonderful.