What's New in the New iPad

NEW YORK (TheStreet) - Ending weeks of speculation, Apple(AAPL) has released the latest version of the iPad, named rather simply, "The New iPad."

Not the iPad Hd or iPad 3 that had been speculated, just "The New iPad."

Even still, there are several new features which are sure to get tech pundits and consumers excited about the new tablet, available now for pre-order. It will officially go on sale March 16.

From a faster processor, to Retina Display, to a better camera, to a quicker network connection, there are several new features in the works for the newest tablet from Apple. In addition, Apple refreshed its set-top box, Apple TV, which now supports 1080p video and supports iTunes Match.

Here is a list of the new iPad's five most important new features:

Long Term Evolution

Apple announced that the new iPad would run on Long Term Evolution (LTE) networks from Verizon(VZ) and AT&T(T) . This will allow the iPad to watch high-quality video and run on the telecom's high-speed 4G networks. While we still have not seen the insides of The New iPad, Apple has a close relationship with 4G leader Qualcomm(QCOM) , so it's a good bet Qualcomm has some chips in the new tablet.

4G networks are ten times faster than 3G networks, and allow telecom companies to generate additional revenue from these networks, as more 4G users allows for less investment in older, more capital-intensive networks, such as 2G and 3G.

The ability to run on LTE networks plays into the company's decision to make the iPad with Retina display, packing in twice as many pixels on the screen, giving users a much clearer image when watching video.