Apple has reportedly started certifying components for iPad 3, and many Taiwan-based makers are actively involved in process. According to DiGiTimes some makers have already landed certification such as Radiant Opto-Electronics with LED backlight units.

Taiwan-based component makers for backlight modules and light bars have received certification from Apple, however, the certification of panels is still in progress, added industry sources.

Recently some rumors reported that Apple is in talk with Samsung to implement AMOLED displays in the next-generation iPad, However in today’s report DiGiTimes’ sources denies the rumors and says Apple will adopt 9.7-inch LCD panels for next generation iPad.

According to the component makers iPad 3 likely to be launch in 2012.