Windows Phone Thoughts: BuZZone -- Instant Bluetooth Communication

"There is a widespread opinion that the more time people spend with their computers, the less interested they become in other people and contacts with them. In fact, it is a mere stereotype. As a proof of this, there appeared a system, which makes it possible to considerably multiply the circle of non-virtual acquaintance. Exion Systems has announced the release of the first version of the Bluetooth-based system for wireless communication. The system is called BuZZone, meaning literally 'the area for communicating'. The essence of it is rather simple. Any owner of a PDA or a laptop, which is equipped with a Bluetooth transmitter can use the system and search for other users in the range of 10-50 meters. They can browse the person's profile (name, photo, etc.) and exchange text or voice messages with him/her. The system can be used on conferences, in cafes, planes, buses, and any other place with many people. Meanwhile, the devices may not necessarily be in direct view. Moreover, you need no cables or any other additional devices. The only thing you need is a mobile device with the Bluetooth and BuZZone systems set on it."

I think the idea is cool conceptually (i.e., meeting and communicating over Bluetooth), but to make this practical you'd need a BuZZone-like solution on every BT-enabled device by default... which I don't see happening unless these guys can strike a deal with BT manufacturers and integrators. That said, if you're interested in playing with this technology in a small community, you can download and purchase a Pocket PC version. [Affiliate]