In order to become part of our daily lives, robots will need to be friendly, simple, and robust.

CNN: Why robots are ready for takeoff

While domesticated robots are becoming a ( frighteningly) common inclusion in techno-friendly homes, Korean 'bot manufacturer ED has a home-ready robot that sports a plethora of communication venues including ZigBee and RFID.

ENGADGET: ED unveils programmable, home-serving U-ROBO bot with RFID