Apple has just announced the imminent release of the iPad, a touch screen device that could revolutionize the electronics industry. However, maybe it won't. There is already an extremely bi-partisan view when it comes to liking the new iPad device, and it isn't even available to the public yet! Here's a quick overview of what it will likely be all about.

If you like itouch new generation ipod and iPhone, you are may like the iPad. It is basically a larger version of the ipod touch. However, it comes with an added feature that lets it act as a new type of ebook reader as well.

Touch Screen- Must or Bust? It was reported that Steve Jobs was producing typos while showing the virtual touch screen keyboard at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. It ought to be noted that you will see a keyboard that can dock in the device. However, here is the exact crux of the problem with "touch screen" devices.

Is the world ready for a touch screen device like this? The initial hype surrounding the product is tough to read. Will the public actually flock to buy this, or maybe look at the iPad as a novel idea? We'll know in time naturally.

Ebook Reader Function- Now Apple has joined the battle of the eBook Readers...kind of. The iPad will allow you to read, download, and buy publications and books in full color. That implies read your favorite magazines and publications in full color.

This doesn't mean that anybody in the market for an ebook reader will automatically choose the iPad, though. The iPad kind of makes ebook readers in the marketplace look silly, however, they may be completely different devices. iPads are computers that can double as an ebook reader. It might be a tough sell to the person who just wants an ebook reader to spend the additional cash for a "super device".

Videos, Music, and All the Rest...- Getting to view all of your videos, read all of your books, listen to all of your music, play with all your games and apps: This is where iPad will win certain fans. You can download stuff with Wi-Fi connectivity, however the 3G capability isn't available yet on the devices.

Applications- Is This Why the iPad Will Actually Work While Others Have Failed? The touch screen tablet PC is not really a new thing. In fact, many companies have failed previously attempting to make profit on these. Cost is high and many have said the usability of a touch screen is suspect. But applications are what Apple has that no other company has had previously.

One could make the case that we don't yet know how useful the iPad will be until we start seeing how individuals use it in conjunction with applications.