In San Francisco just moments ago, Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveiled the Apple iPad — a highly-anticipated device that is expected to change media as we know it. Steve calls the gizmo one of his most important projects ever — that’s saying a lot for a guy who spearheaded the MacBook, iPhone, and iPod. The iPad is described as a mobile tablet browsing device that is a cross between the iPhone and a MacBook laptop.

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Analysts say a tablet-style computer can help people watch videos, surf the Web, play games and read electronic books. No price or information on availability was immediately announced.