Well, i don't know the zigbee controller that well, i have 2 Wifi Cameras at home which my node is not picking up. So there is evidence that despite all the smart home PR, it only works with very specific devices. I.e. if i want to add a camera on the node it has a drop down with 2 models on there etc etc. I don't have any other smart devices to play around with, so not sure what the compatibility levels are for that.
I am however relatively confident they will update the node to handle your own content better, i.e. like adding a XBMC/Plex/Roku type of interface or app in there. As it is, it plays and streams my content just fine , but it's missing critical features like being able to tell you "What's New" and "Recently Added" and "Unwatched Episodes" .
The only thing i could do is to add a folder or file to "My Favorites" , which is pretty much just a bookmark section. Satellite content is added there too if you favorite it.
In short, the node seems to handle your personal content exactly like an Xbox360 does. If you have used that, you'll know, it's just a file browser listing all your files and sharing it via DLNA in the same way , if you didn't categorse your videos on your HD/PC already you will be in for a hard time browsing your content.
As for the Node sub, since it's optional , you can still get alot out of the device without any sub, especially in terms of the premium video rentals.
