Read this a little closer...

"Furthermore, demos and information on the newly unlocked output for the HippoPortamus, the forthcoming 16 layer HD, Single layer HD mode on the HippoCritter, the new User Interface in version 3.1, will be spread around the stand. And for anyone who has been wishing for 16bit Toolbox, PinBridge Plus and HippoSnapper will also debut. "

This is good news! I have seen the new interface ( that actually is a refreshed version with more smoothed faders, bigger knobs wher you need to have that, better colors...in short words: Better and more good looking!
Yes, read the line on Critter...this means some cool news and 16 layers as standard on HD units, no more "dare-devils" on that.

Live mask will be so loved by theatre people, trust me! I been waiting for this!