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Apple iPad (March 2012, 16GB, Wi-Fi, black) (photos)

Close up and compared with the second generation...

Rich Brown
Rich was the editorial lead for CNET's Home and Wellness sections, based in Louisville, Kentucky. Before moving to Louisville in 2013, Rich ran CNET's desktop computer review section for 10 years in New York City. He has worked as a tech journalist since 1994, covering everything from 3D printing to Z-Wave smart locks.
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Apple's released its new, third-generation iPad today. Highlight features include a new CPU, a 2,048x1,536-pixel display, and support for 4G LTE wireless on AT&T, Verizon, Rogers, and other cellular data networks. A Wi-Fi-only version is also available, and prices start at $499.
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The case design in the new model is not that different than that of the older iPad 2.
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The new iPad is available in both black and white trim. Data-capacity options range from 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB. Starting price is $499 for the Wi-Fi-only, 16GB model, and scales up to $829 for a 64GB model with 4G cellular data support.
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One update to the new iPad: its rear-facing camera can now capture 1080p video. As with the iPad 2, the black plastic band across the top of the case conceals the cellular antenna.
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The new iPad (right) shown side-by-side with the iPad 2. The benefits of the new display are most immediately apparent on the new model's crisper icon text.
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The new iPad (right), is .024 inch thicker than the older model. It's also just over a tenth of a pound heavier.
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The new iPad includes a new 1GHz dual-core A5X CPU designed by Apple and based on a low-power ARM chip design. The A5X also includes four graphics-processing cores, which Apple has used to tout the new iPad's gaming prowess.
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Here you can see the black band on the new model with the 4G LTE guts, and the older iPad 2, in this case a Wi-Fi-only unit.
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Dan says that he didn't notice the new iPad's increased thickness, but the extra weight is apparent. For our in-depth analysis of Apple's new iPad, you can read the full CNET review.

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