Earlier this morning Apple finally lifted the lid on the new iPad, however they’re not calling it the “iPad3”.

Display: 9.7”, 2046 x 1536 resolution
Processor: A5x
GPU: Quad-core graphics
Storage: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
Networking: 4G LTE, up to 73Mbps (Not sure if this will support Telstra’s 4G).
Dimensions: 9.4mm thin
Weight: 635 grams
Camera: 5 Megapixel iSight rear-facing camera, autofocus and white balance, face detection, HD video recording at 1080p with stabilization and noise reduction.
Battery Life: 10 hours, 9 hours on 4G.
Operating System: iOS 5.1 (released today)

The “New iPad” offers a higher resolution 2,048 by 1,536 ‘Retina Display’, an updated processor plus a 4G mobile network connection (we’ll have to confirm with Telstra for its compatibiltity with their 4G network.)

In terms of price the new iPad starts at $539 for the 16GB model.
Additionally a reduced price for the iPad2 was also announced with the 16GB model now just $429

Release Date – March 16 with pre-orders starting today

http://www.apple.com.au