Sony shown two new DSLR from the alpha line at PMA 2007. One (let's call it a10) is supposed to be a Minolta 7D replacement, and the other one (let's call it a1) is an higher range model.

Those are just mock-ups, not yet real cameras. However, that is still a quite good thing, as it states where Sony wants to go regarding the alpha line. Many Minolta users (including me) were wondering about still using the alpha system, or switching to other brands (with many people looking at Pentax and the K10D). It does not mean that everyone wants to buy a new higher end camera now, but it's important to know that there are higher end models than the current one (a100) planned.
This means a possible migration path, but also accessories, lenses (including third party ones), support,...

A good move from Sony in order to bring peace of mind to all the current Minolta users.

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