During the most recent American Academy Awards, the very first advertisement of the Apple iPad tablet went on air to promote Apple’s new device.

Highlighted in the video was the gadget’s ability to be used as a web browser and as an eBook reader. Also shown are functions for using the device as a media player for both images and videos. The iWork station was also shown briefly while gaming capabilities were not shown off at all. Apple has yet to comment as to whether this can serve as a gauge of their estimated functionality and market purpose of the device for either the US or all over the world (we will find out if they air the same ad in the UK).

The tablet is expected to come out by April 3 in the US. At that time, only the 3G version of the iPad will be available. The UK release is scheduled by late April and both the 3G and non-3G versions are expected by then. It has been recently reported that Apple is in talks with various UK based mobile network operators and retailers so expect to see the device on more than just Vodafone’s offerings.

A recent announcement from Steve Jobs has revealed that the iPad will not be compatible with tethering to the iPhone for 3G connectivity, so those planning to get the non-3G versions might want to reconsider dishing out the extra money for the 3G type.

The device comes with a 9.7 inch touch screen display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels and it runs on an A4 processor clocked at 1GHz. The device lacks multi tasking capabilities and Flash support (mostly because Steve jobs hates Adobe).

Get to know more about the Apple iPad advertisement (and watch it) at the Telegraph UK.