iPad 3 Expected After March 7th...?

Apple has announced an event on 7 March at which the company is expected to launch its latest iPad tablet.

The new iPad 3 will sport a high definition screen, run a more powerful processor and will tap into next generation wireless networks, the latest tablet will use a quad-core chip, an enhancement that lets users jump more quickly between applications.

Invitations sent to journalists read: 'We have something you really have to see. And touch.'

While not officially confirming the product's launch, the message was accompanied by an image showing what looked to be an iPad touchscreen.

The iPad range, which first launched in 2010, has sold more than 50 million units worldwide. It is not yet known when the new device will be available for sale.

Last year, sales of the iPad 2 began in the US nine days after the launch announcement - which also took place in March.