It seems like the first batch of the new iPad that went up for pre-order online has already been sold out as the company has pushed the shipping date to March 19 for subsequent orders in the U.S. Only yesterday, we reported that the Apple slate is all set to be dispatched starting March 16.
The slipped shipping date was first spotted by The Next Web, who reports that initially, the iPads meant for the UK were sold out and they are now expected to arrive at customers’ doorsteps in about 2 – 3 weeks. As is believed, the fruity giant saves a large number of iDevices to be sold through its actual retail outlets and this could be the reason why the online batch was sold out quickly.
Available in Wi-Fi only and Wi-Fi + 4G variants, the slab comes in options of 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities. It boasts of an advanced Retina display that is capable of rendering clear visuals in 2048 x 1536p resolutions at 264ppi. Running iOS 5.1, the latest edition of the iPad acquires multitasking properties from a quad core AX5 chipset and ensures faster internet connectivity through its support for the 4G LTE network compatibility.
The new iPad is currently up for grabs through the Apple online store. The prices for the black and white colored 16GB, 32GB and 64GB Wi-Fi versions are $499 (approx. Rs. 24,940), $599 (approx. Rs. 29,925) and $699 (approx. Rs. 34,920), respectively. The Wi-Fi + 4G variant in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB storage capacities can be picked up for $629 (approx. Rs. 31,420), $729 (approx. Rs. 36,420) and $829 (approx. Rs. 41,415), correspondingly. Users who place an order now may receive their tablets by March 19.
