I hadn't heard about the gel cushions. But as a new release, the odds are strong that it will come with the new HEADstrap headgear. I did find application to the FDA for the 'Soyala GEL' which weinmann applied for on 4/8/08, and FDA approval granted on May 9,08. http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/pdf8/K081014....