Apple allows developers to submit iPad apps
updated 03:45 pm EDT, Fri March 19, 2010
Deadline March 27th to be ready for launch
Apple on Friday began allowing developers to submit apps for the iPad. The company has requested that developers submit their applications by March 27th, giving the review team enough time to make sure the titles are ready for public release.
"iPad will begin shipping soon and your opportunity to be part of the grand opening of the iPad App Store starts today," the company wrote in an e-mail circulated to developers and posted on AppleInsider. "Submit your iPad app now for an initial review by the App Review Team and receive feedback on its readiness for the grand opening."
Developers must also build and test their apps using the iPhone SDK beta 5. Apple claims it will provide additional information about submitting the apps for final review before the iPad ships. Any submissions arriving after 5pm on the 27th will not be considered for the grand opening of the iPad app store.
The iPad will be initially available to customers on April 3rd.
