(1 items) The release of the fourth-generation iPad so soon after the third-generation iPad may have come as a surprise to even diehard Apple watchers, but the device itself won't.

Incredibly fast performance; Lightning connector improves over dock-connector; Better camera performance overall

Slightly decreased battery life; Lightning accessories still in short supply

Apple quietly updated the iPad just six months after the third gen 'New iPad' was revealed. Officially calling the new tablet ‘iPad with Retina display,' is it worth upgrading from the iPad 3? And is Apple's iPad still the best big-screen tablet? Let's take a closer look.

Fantastic build; Improved camera; Amazing screen; 4G welcome addition

iOS still not as flexible as other OS's; 4G doesn't support multiple bands; Minor upgrade

Unless you simply must always have the latest and greatest, iPad 3 owners don't need to upgrade yet-this new iPad is basically an iPad 3S. But iPad 2 owners will love this...unless they fall for the iPad mini first.

Faster than iPad 3; Better graphics performance.

No further improvements to the camera or other design tweaks just yet

In announcing the fourth-generation iPad and breaking a three-year tradition of selling only one new tablet a year, Apple has caused some outrage among iPad 3 owners. But Apple needed to shorten the product cycle to add tweaks and improvements to the iPad amid a flurry of Windows 8 and Android...

Ordered this iPad as refurbished, but it was new as far as I could tell - in perfect condition. $50 instant coupon applied, making this a pretty good deal. Very pleased with this purchase.

The latest iPad adds several tweaks and improvements to secure its position at the top of the tablet heap. It's better all around, but third-gen owners need not apply.

The newest iPad's faster A6X processor adds extra system speed and graphics power; Improved worldwide cellular compatibility makes the LTE model a more appealing proposition.

The fourth-gen iPad is otherwise identical to its recent predecessor -- same size, weight, and Retina screen; It's heavy to hold in one hand, and most older accessories won't work without investing in a pricey Lightning adapter

This fourth-generation iPad has got a boost in the power stakes and now offers 4G support as well as a better FaceTime snapper – but it's still not as portable as its rivals.

Great Retina display; Amazingly good battery life; Nice range of apps; 4G support; improved FaceTime camera

Not terribly portable; Lacks memory card slot

The iPad 4th generation has landed - and it's a bit faster

Great display, Easier connector, Faster innards, Well, the first and most obvious highlight on the new iPad 4 is the Retina Display; We've talked about it at great length throughout this whopping review and it's the one element that never failed to impress us no matter what application was running...

Not much of an update, Still slightly weighty, Price is too high, For all its power, there are still some elements of the new iPad 4 that could be improved in our opinion; The first is the fact the device will still heat up under medium-term use (depending on the apps you're running), which could...

The iPad 4 is the quickest iPad yet and a solid choice for a tablet in which we can barely find fault. However, if you're not in a hurry to buy, it's worth waiting for the rumoured iPad 5, which could launch within months.

After kicking the tires on the fourth iteration of the iPad, it's easy to see that, although it's an incremental update, the newest iPad is the best one of the bunch. Not only does the new processor make the experience much more rewarding, but the Lightning dock connector saves a bunch of hassle...