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iMaginator 2.0, from Stone Design (www.stone.com): Updated image-processing application for OS X 10.4 uses OpenGL and Core Image for improved speed ($49; upgrade, free). Maya 7, from Alias (www.alias.com): 3-D-modeling and -animation software features a redesigned render-layers function and adds Renderman-compatible variable creasing on subdivided polygon meshes (Maya 7 Complete, $1,999; upgrade, $899; Maya 7 Unlimited, $6,999; upgrade, $1,249).

MotionBuilder 7, from Alias (www.alias.com): 3-D-animation software adds new character extensions and manual feedback on rigs ...

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