Apple Store Australia Now Says New iPad Does Not Support LTE in the Country

Apple has updated their online Australian Apple Store to specifically say the new iPad does not support LTE in that country.

Previously when selecting an iPad model for purchase the copy read:


Connects to the Internet over Wi-Fi and fast mobile data networks. For service from a wireless carrier, sign up for a simple, month-by-month plan on your iPad and cancel anytime without penalty. The iPad with Wi-Fi + 4G model can roam worldwide on fast GSM/UMTS networks, including HSPA, HSPA+, and DC-HSDPA. When you travel internationally, you can use a micro-SIM card from a local carrier. You can also connect to the 4G LTE networks of AT&T in the U.S. and Bell, Rogers, and Telus in Canada.

Now the copy reads:

This product supports very fast cellular networks. It is not compatible with current Australian 4G LTE networks and WiMAX networks. For service from a wireless carrier, sign up for a simple, month-by-month plan on your iPad and cancel anytime without penalty. This model can roam worldwide on fast cellular data networks, including HSPA, HSPA+, and DC-HSDPA.

Apple has also told a Federal Court in Australia that it will offer a refund to customers who believe that they were misled due to the company's 4G claims for the new iPad

Old Wording:


New Wording: