The grimy, claustrophobic and cold-looking spaceship Nostromo gives way to a much brighter, more advanced-looking model which creates some issues.

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The Cintiq 24HD is engineered to meet the high-demands of designers, illustrators, animators, video editors and other creatives looking for Wacom's most advanced pen-on-screen experience.

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If the price tag works, they are after powerful, high-tech sedans and coupes with advanced powertrain systems and good looking exteriors.

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And students looking for places on sought-after courses such as medicine and veterinary science see advanced maths as a way to stand out.

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But those looking for more advanced features, options and control over the image, or even just pinch-to-zoom, should probably look elsewhere.

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