Apple iPadHD expected to be unveiled today

The rumour mill has gone into overdrive ahead of what is widely expected to be the launch of a new iPad today.

Technology giant Apple has invited journalists to what it describes as “a special event” in York Place, London, which will run parallel to an announcement in California, where Apple bosses are expected to unveil their latest product.

The email invite includes a close-up photograph of what appears to be a touch screen device, but the notoriously tight-lipped firm has refused to comment further.