Hercules is about to launch a new OEM range of soundcards based on :

• a new bus developed by Intel and called CNR (Communication and Networking Riser)
• an audio partnership with Analog Devices who provides us with their hardware and software technology called SoundMax to help us design and develop sound cards that benefit from the new features of the CNR bus.
  

This will allow us to propose a large offer of very low cost sound boards to integrators and OEM. Providing New Class of WHQL-certified CNR sound Cards utilizing SoundMAX technology; Motherboard leaders Asus, Gigabyte, Intel and MSI ready for CNR Upgrades

Sony Computer Entertainment Europe is planning to run its own product show later this year, showcasing the latest in its interactive entertainment hardware and software products to trade, press and consumers alike.