This week we’re going to have (most likely) a new Apple device announced alongside likely updates of some of it’s current offerings. It really shows how much the Apple brand has become ingrained in our culture, when every announcement they have brings this much fanfare. You never see this much anticipation before an announcement by HP, Dell or any of the other leading tech brands.

The new product is likely to be the long awaited tablet computer. From all accounts, it certainly looks interesting. What really excites me is the potential for controlling every electronic device in my house from the tablet. Other reports I’ve read suggest it will be offered with 3G service from Verizon and/or AT&T.

Speaking of Verizon and AT&T, I’m also reading that the later’s iPhone exclusivity could be ending soon. What’s interesting is that it may be AT&T who is making the change. Tired of being beaten up over their shoddy voice and data service, they could be looking to share the iPhone load with some other carriers. Perhaps they should just more heavily invest in their infrastructure, seeing as how the iPhone has been such an economic boon to the company.

At least Apple is still creating new and innovative products for us to enjoy. I look forward to Wednesday’s announcements.

One of the worst kept secrets in the tech world is the possible (definite) announcement of an Apple tablet device. The details are all over the map, but this picture sums it all up.