Bon Jovi are to become the first band to broadcast a major live concert on Apple's new iPad tablet device.

The concert at the American Airlines Arena in Texas on Sunday (April 11) will be available to fans who have downloaded the Ustream application.

Fans will be able to watch the band play four songs, as well as pre-taped footage, including highlights of Kid Rock and Bon Jovi's recent onstage collaboration in Detroit.

The broadcast will begin at 2.30am BST (8.30pm CT). Apple iPhone users with the App will also be able to tune in.

As previously reported, Bon Jovi are set to play a 12-date residency at London's O2 Arena in June as part of their Circle Tour.

Tickets are on sale now.

Bon Jovi's UK dates are:

• London, O2 Arena – 7/8/10/11/13/17/19/20/22/23/25/26

(by Jason Gregory)