According to , Verizon will offer the personal hotspot function at no extra charge, which is different from its policy regarding the iPhone, which requires an additional $20 per month for tethering.

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Apple is , but is simply referring to it as "the new iPad." To eliminate confusion, you'll notice if you order one online Apple designates the new one as "third generation" in parenthesis as you check out.

Want to peruse the many features of the new iPad? Demonstrations abound on the Internet. .

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