Is there any hint as to when ATI or Nvidia will release new drivers for the 8500 and GF3 series?

[Executor]

I have a month or two till I order my new computer and I would like to witness the full potential of the Radeon 8500 before making my decision on a new graphics card. Thanks

 

[Hender]

ATI just released drivers for the 8500 that significantly increase the scores for the 8500, and Anand did a review of them. I'm too lazy to link it for you, but it's one of the first articles on the front page. If I had the money, I'd definately pick up a Radeon 8500 right now.