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Yesterday Apple showed off the latest iPad and Apple lovers went ga-ga. In fact, a new survey showed that 42% of the current iPad owners will replace that "Oh, so old iPad" they have as soon as the new one hits the stores next Friday (March 16th). Here’s a quick rundown of the announcement.

Apple Co-founder and former CEO Steve Jobs passed away earlier today at the age of 56.  Jobs battled cancer in 2004, underwent a liver transplant in 2009, and just six weeks ago stepped down as CEO of Apple.

Steve Jobs is stepping down as chief executive at Apple, the company said on Wednesday. Jobs will remain at the company as chairman, but he and his iconic black turtleneck will be replaced by former Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook.

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1692 – At the Salem Witch Trials, Bridget Bishop is hanged for "certaine Detestable Arts called Witchcraft & Sorceries" (More info) 1793 - Washington replaces Philadelphia as US capital (More info)