sman - When you had Cocomelli outside wasn't it you he mentioned 'appliances' in regard to future MOS apps? or something of the likes. fwiw zigbee blows bluetooth away in latency and speed.

Home Control
Low-power and low data rate mesh networks provide an affordable and flexible solution for home automation to monitor and control things like security, lighting, and HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning).
Networked devices in the home can include the following:
• Light switches and lights
• HVAC controls and thermostats
• Computers, TVs, and other electronic devices
• Smoke detectors and other safety equipment
• Alarm panels, motion sensors, and other security devices
• Electricity, water, and gas meters

Conclusion
Mesh networks are good at looking after themselves, with self configuration, self healing, self routing and self management capabilities.
Their low cost, scalability, and flexibility also make mesh networks good at looking after a wide range of applications, from saving you money through lower heating and lighting bills, to keeping track of the shipment details for your latest mail order indulgence, right through to protecting you against environmental dangers caused by chemical leaks, or saving your life by notifying a doctor immediately when a medical emergency occurs.
For something so powerful, wireless mesh networks can be remarkably affordable and accessible. They provide an ideal solution in harsh, dangerous, and difficult environments where devices are widely distributed. And are equally at home making sure your house is a comfortable temperature and you don’t miss your favorite TV show.
As more and more devices become wireless and portable, the list of future applications for mesh networks continues to grow, helping to turn things that you used to only read about in science fiction into realities.
http://www.daintree.net/downloads/whitepapers/mesh-networking.pdf

''The Zigbee platform has been designed to maintain a strong RF communication through hostile environments that are usually common in commercial and industrial applications''
http://www.adaptivem2m.com/zigbee-technology/zigbee-technology-m2m.htm

Will ZigBee Rule Networked Lighting?
8-24-10
http://gigaom.com/cleantech/will-zigbee-rule-networked-lighting/

What to Watch For in 2010: How Utilities Will Enable ZigBee.
http://gigaom.com/cleantech/what-to-watch-for-in-2010-how-utilities-will-enable-zigbee/

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