So the iSlate is actually the iPad!

Well what’s in a name, everything it would seem and of course the iPad sounds much more like an Apple product.

This is meant to be the device that kick starts the smartbook market, which so far has been on the edges of the computer sector and in many cases buyers have to search around for stockists of these highly portable devices.

What makes the iPad stand out from the rest is that not only is this a hand held device, it will also be able to be used on the desk with its neat stand and keyboard the iPad has crossed the barriers now, the smartbook revolution has begun!

The official specs of the Apple iPad:

•CPU: 1GHz Apple A4 ARM-based processor

•Display: 9.7 inch IPS multitouch display, 1024 x 768 pixels with 132 ppi

•Storage: 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB

•Connectivity: 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, optional 3G

•Dimensions: 9.56″ x 7.47″ x 0.5″

•Weight: 1.5 pounds (1.6 pounds with 3G modem)

•Battery: 25Whr with up to 10 hours of web surfing, video, or music playback

•Other features: Accelerometer and compass

•Apps: Runs all iPhone apps plus new iPad apps including games, iTunes, iBooks, New York Times reader and others

•Video support: H.264 video up to 720p

•Input: On-screen keyboard that looks like a giant iPhone keyboard

•Optional accessories including a keyboard dock, camera connection kit, and a case that doubles as a kick-stand

•Accessibility: Closed-captioning playback, VoiceOver screen reader, full-screen zoom magnification

•Environmental cred: Arsenic-free glass, BFR-free, mercury-free LCD, PVC-free, recyclable aluminium and glass enclosure