"The problem of compatibility between wireless devices is being addressed at an international conference this week. Scientists will be discussing what has been dubbed 'Tower of Babel' technology - software that can converge different wireless gadgets into a single device. The aim for Software Defined Radio (SDR) is to be able to translate and understand any kind of radio wave signal, such as 3G or wi-fi. Researchers say SDR gadgets could become commonplace in five to 10 years."
I find it amusing how all new technology is suppose to become common place in five to ten years. What about three years? is that to unreasonable?
As Janak has stated over at Pocket PC Thoughts, this could be the holy grail of mobile technology! I for one can't wait until we have Software Defined Radio devices!