While AT&T and Verizon 4G iPad models are different, both of them can fallback on 3G to remain compatible on GSM networks all over the world. This led many to speculate, whether Verizon would allow their iPad models to work on AT&T's 3G network.
A MacRumors forum poster, jsnuff, confirmed that an AT&T micro-SIM indeed works as expected with the new iPad, running on HSPA+, which AT&T calls "4G." So just like the AT&T iPhone 4S on iOS 5.1, jsnuff's iPad shows a "4G" indicator, as can be seen in the video embedded below. (When in true LTE coverage areas, the new iPad shows an "LTE" indicator in the status bar.)
Unlike the iPhone 4S, which is also theoretically capable of running on any standard GSM network, the iPad comes unlocked right out of the box, which is why it's able to run on AT&T's network without any baseband tinkering.
It's important to note, that you do have to change your APN settings before you start surfing. You could do this, by either installing the iPhone Configuration Utility, or by simply heading to http://www.unlockit.co.nz, choosing AT&T as your carrier and downloading a configuration profile.
This should come in handy if you end up in an area where Verizon has poor network coverage, it gives you the flexibility to swap in an AT&T micro-SIM.
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