Apple released their newest iPad Friday, March 16, leaving many surprised by naming it the new iPad instead of the expected iPad 3. 

Starting at $499, the new iPad might not be mind-blowingly different from the iPad 2, but it has several upgraded features. The third iPad’s high-resolution Retina display has four times more pixels than the iPad 2, making everything look crisper and more lifelike. The added pixels along with the new dual-core processor make the new iPad incredibly responsive and faster.

The camera is also one of the main upgrades to the new iPad. Its 5-megapixel iSight camera includes autofocus, tap to focus, face detection, video recording and video stabilization, giving a much better picture and video experience than the iPad 2.

Within the first four days of being released, more than three million new iPads had been sold. 

The primary concern so far is that the iPad heats up more than previous iPads due to the new processor and the bigger battery. 

It might not look that different from afar, but the new iPad has a lot to offer. 

Putting out upgraded versions of the iPad and iPhone as often as they do, Apple can’t completely redesign and make these devices extremely different every time.    

Those disappointed  and think of it as a minor update need to take a closer look—the crystal clear contentwill grab your eye.