SWTOR 1.2 game update rolling out today

BioWare are rolling out the 1.2 update for Star Wars: The Old Republic today, 13 April 2012. The servers are expected to be live again at 11am EST/4pm GMT.
An in-depth and hands-on breakdown of what’s new in the update can be found in our preview, here. The primary features are an expanded Legacy system, new PvP zone, customisable HUDS and a new Operation.
Everyone who has subscribed prior to the launch of the 1.2 update will get themselves a free Tauntaun Ram pet. The Tauntaun will be given to played on 25 April.
Furthermore, everyone that has a level 50 character when 1.2 goes online will receive 30 days of play time as a reward for loyalty.