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Why is ipad 4 silver then?

Because the iPad 4 uses the same exterior as the iPad 3. It is NOT a total redesign. Apple needs to amortize as much of the 3's relatively new 7 month old design as possible. It will likely get the anodized look next cycle.
 
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