Handling the LG Optimus G Pro (pictures)

BARCELONA, Spain--One year after it unveiled the Optimus Vu, LG uses Mobile World Congress to give us another tablet/phone hybrid. The Optimus G Pro is a 5.5-inch device with a 16:9 aspect ratio.

The G Pro's Full HD IPS display is easy on the eyes.

On the rear side is the G Pro's camera lens.

Below the display is a single physical button. That means that you'll be using onscreen virtual control for your commands.

The G Pro's battery cover has a faint pattern.

It fit in my hand, though only barely. Two-handed operation was more comfortable for texting, especially.

The G Pro follows the popular trend of thin smartphones.

You can populate the display with icons of your choice.