Move over Apple, there is a new kid in town. At least there will be soon. RIM, maker of the blackberry smartphones has had information leaked about a new device they have planned for release in November. The device is called the “BlackPad” and it will be a table PC like the iPad. It has the same exact screen dimensions as it’s Apple counterpart. The information that we are getting, is that it will feature internet connectivity via 3G connection as well as WiFi. Unlike the iPad though, it will allow Blackberry smartphone users to connect to the internet through their phone, rather than having to purchase another plan solely for the BlackPad. RIM has purchased the domain name Blackpad.com, and will most likely use it for advertising the device online.

This is not the first news of a large company coming out with an iPad competitor. Windows, HP, Asus, and several other companies are reportedly working on creating an iPad like device as well. The end of 2010, and beginning of 2011 should be a very interesting time for tablet PC’s.