07:33 ET<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nApple has postponed the launch of the iPad 2 tablet in Japan, as the country struggles to recover from the recent earthquake and tsunami.<\/p>\n
Originally planned for 25 March, the company said its launch had been delayed indefinitely. <\/p>\n
Many technology firms are facing supply problems after factories in Japan shut down in the wake of the disaster.<\/p>\n
However, an Apple spokesperson said the announced delay was unrelated to any supply shortages. <\/p>\n
“We are delaying the launch of the iPad 2 in Japan while the country and our teams focus on recovering from the recent disaster,” said Natalie Kerris. <\/p>\n
Apple has been using its iTunes store to accept donations for the American Red Cross’ (ARC) Japan earthquake and tsunami relief fund.<\/p>\n
According to the company, 100% of the proceeds will go directly to the Red Cross. <\/p>\n
While the country’s main focus is on the human cost of the disaster, many businesses are also facing challenges.<\/p>\n
Sony, Panasonic, Toshiba and Canon had all been forced to halt production in the immediate aftermath, in order to carry out safety checks.<\/p>\n
The prospect of rolling power blackouts means further interruptions are likely over the coming weeks.<\/p>\n
US launch<\/span><\/p>\nThe updated version of the Apple’s iPad first appeared in stores across the US last Friday. <\/p>\n
Many retailers reported running out of stock within hours, and analysts estimated sales to hit 1m units during the weekend.<\/p>\n
Buyers in 24 other countries, including the UK, will be able to get their hands on the iPad 2 next week. <\/p>\n
Apple CEO Steve Jobs has unveiled the tablet computer at an event in San Francisco on 1 March.<\/p>\n
The iPad 2 is said to be twice the speed of its predecessor; it has cameras on the front and back and also features improved graphics.<\/p>\n
The first version of the iPad was released in April 2010, and went on sale in Japan in May 2010. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p>\n
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