According to software giant Microsoft, Bluetooth has yet to meet a "certain quality level" and, for now, will not support it in its next version of Windows. Where handset manufacturer Motorola has Bluetooth high on its top-10 list as it unveiled its Bluetooth strategy.

The Illinois Chicago-based company said that it is committed to providing Bluetooth technology on embedded infrastructure running on a choice of three operating systems, Linux®, VxWorks® and Windows 2000®, and processors from PowerPC and Intel.

This offering will enable OEMs to add wireless communication capabilities to equipment such as MRI machines, PC printers, and copiers.

"Our customers who are building equipment in the medical, printing, and imaging markets see Bluetooth wireless technology as a competitive advantage and a way to set themselves apart in their industries, said Dr. Jeff Harris, director of research and system architecture, cross-industry business unit with Motorola Computer Group. "Over the next year, we will work closely with them to develop our platforms to their equipment specifications to help bring these products to market."

Probably, one of the early adopters of the technology will be the medial industry. For example, incorporating wireless technology in diagnostic equipment will enable doctors immediate access to patients’ test and treatment information. This would eliminate manual recording errors, increase patient accuracy, and provide medial staff added convenience.

Motorola anticipates that the first Bluetooth wireless technology platforms will be available early next year.