Answer:
It is a handheld touchscreen computer that measures 9.56 x 7.47 inches. Its operating system and Application layout is similar to an iPhone or iPod touch.
Like the iPhone and iTouch, there is a black band surrounding the screen and a home button. There are volume buttons, a light meter and speakers as well. The back of the iPad features a "piano black" Apple icon. It syncs to itunes with the now-familiar USB cable.
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