Support for CR2 raw files in Photoshop CS

Newby here!
I've used Photoshop CS (the original CS version) for some years processing CRW canon 10D raw files. Now I've upgraded to a later Canon 40D, which produces CR2 files which CS can't read.
Is it possible for me to download an update / plugin? Or do I need to upgrade to a newer version of Photoshop?
At present, I'm opening the CR2 file using Canon's ZoomBrowser software, then I'm able to edit it with Photoshop CS.
Any help would be appreciated,
Roger

Hi and thanks very much for your responses.
I've tried the DNG route, firstly the most recent version which, although it converted my .CR2 files, could not be read by Photoshop CS.
Realising my mistake, I removed this DNG converter and installed the older version 2.4 designed to work with CS.
But still no joy. The .PNG files created still can't be read by photoshop CS and, although I was careful to update the Camera Raw .8bi file in the Plug-ins folder, CS still won't open a .cr2 file OR .dng file. Despite the fact that both file types are apparently 'available' in the File/Open dialog box!
So it looks like it's back to using Canon Zoombrowser to open each file before editing in Photoshop...or buy a new version.
Anyway, thanks for your responses. Much appreciated. Roger

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