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So, unless you've been under a rock, you know that today Apple is showcasing their latest innovations, mainly the iPad. This tablet is basically in between a smartphone and a laptop/netbook; it has more functionality than a smartphone, but less capacity/size than your Macbook. I for one, am super excited about this new tablet, but as always, I won't be first in line to buy! Here's what Apple has released so far about this new technology.









Here are the spec highlights:
9.7 inch display, 0.5 thick and 1.5 pounds
All will have Wifi, some will have the option for 3G
Bluetooth, Microphone, Speaker, 30-pin connector
1Ghz A4 Chip with 16GB-64GB Flash storage
For 3G plans, AT&T will be offering $29.99/month unlimited data
iWork applications will be available for $9.99 each

And the cost of all this brilliance? Ranges from $499 - $829 The Wifi models will be available for purchase in 60 days, and the Wifi + 3G in 90 days.

Will you be buying one? I'm gonna hold out for the next "generation" for a few reasons. One, I think eventually this will have a front facing camera and telephone cabilities to enable video chat. Also, I really need a tablet that has a pen functionality for it to really be beneficial to me. And most importantly, this doesn't seem to have multitasking! So it's in essence, a big iPhone with more apps and a long battery life. Still, it's a pretty amazing piece!

All photos via Engadget.com