Orange chief says 'yes' to webcam and 3G on Apple iSlate tablet

Previously, we cast a dubious eye over some supposedly leaked specifications for Apple's much-rumoured but as yet unconfirmed tablet, which made no mention of a webcam or, more importantly, 3G connectivity.

It did say we'd be getting an anti-fingerprint coating, though, which is a step up from the slime-covered iPhone.

Now Orange's deputy CEO Stephane Richard has dropped a single syllable bomb on the iSlate rumour wagon. When asked if Apple would soon be launching a webcam-equipped tablet, he answered "Yes".

A follow-up question about whether Orange customers could use it also resulted in a "Yes", which the rumour-hungry community has taken as proof that it'll be 3G ready.

Not exactly an official announcement, but it's an opportunity to talk about the iSlate, which is nice.