∞ iPad 2 will go on sale 5:00 pm local time Friday

When Apple unveiled the iPad 2, the company said it would be available on March 11. Until now, the time was not confirmed.

[ad#Google Adsense 300×250 in story]I have been able to confirm that the iPad will go on sale at 5:00 pm local time across the U.S. The device will be available at Apple retail locations at that time.

The iPad 2 features a 9.7-inch LED-backlit LCD screen, Apple’s new dual-core A5 processor, and two cameras. The device will have a front-facing VGA camera for FaceTime and Photo Booth, and a rear-facing camera that captures 720p HD video.

A lot of people will also like the fact that the iPad will ship in black and white.

The iPad 2 will also come with a gyro for an enhanced gaming experience.

iPad 2 with Wi-Fi will be available for $499 for the 16GB model, $599 for the 32GB model, and $699 for the 64GB model. iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G will be available for $629 for the 16GB model, $729 for the 32GB model and $829 for the 64GB model.

iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G compatible with the Verizon network will be available in the US only for $629 for the 16GB model, $729 for the 32GB model and $829 for the 64GB model.

Update: Apparently this information was on Apple’s retail Web site.