Eurodroid just got their hands on details and press photos for an upcoming QWERTY candybar from LG.  Called the LG Optimus Pro, the handset should be the company’s first ever Android smartphone in this form factor.
While unannounced, the handset is supposedly being readied for selling in Italy (some sources say it’s already selling — not likely), which explains the official-looking images.  No pictures from retail shelves, though, nor an online link to the sales page, so we really can’t be sure.
Leaked details include a 2.8-inch capacitive touchscreen display (240 x 320), a four-row QWERTY keyboard, a 3.0 megapixel camera, WiFi, aGPS, Bluetooth, a 1,500 mAh battery and microSD card expansion.  While it doesn’t appear to have 3G support, it runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread, the mobile platform’s latest build.  Chances are, this is running a fairly low-speed processor inside, so it won’t be a likely competitor to the Droid Pro.  The HTC Cha Cha, on the other hand, is likely within arms’ length.
Price is being pegged at €180 (around $250) contract-free, which should make it a decent proposition for budget users who’d like the QWERTY candybar style.  No word yet on likely release dates, but expect it to be sooner rather than later.
[via EuroDroid]