Here is why Apple unveiled the iPad 4 now

We are honestly surprised by Apple’s announcement of the new fourth-generation 9.7-inch iPad. Cupertino shocked us earlier in March when it brought a whopping 2048 x 1536-pixel screen to the tablet scene, accelerating the pace of the industry.

It’s clear that the third-gen iPad has no problem appealing to people and sells like hotcakes. And yet still, half a year or so after its launch it gets updated. Why?

Apple iPad 4 shockingly official: double the performance with A6X chip

We came to see the iPad mini, but Apple has shockingly stunned us with a new 4th generation 9.7-inch iPad.

The fourth-generation iPad keeps the amazing screen resolution and general look and feel, but bumps up the specs with double the processing power and double the graphics power. The camera is also improved.