The LG Optimus Elite's simple design won't amaze you, but it offers a couple of surprising features. Take a closer look at this Sprint Android phone in our slideshow.
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At 3.5 inches, the display on the Optimus Elite is no bigger than the iPhone's. And with its straight lines and rounded corners, it almost looks like Apple's handset, as well.
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LG Optimus Elite
The Optimus fits squarely in the hand, but I don't love the plastic feel. Fortunately, Corning Gorilla Glass covers the display.
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LG Optimus Elite
The display supports 16 million colors, but its 320x480-pixel resolution is on the low end for Android phones.
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LG Optimus Elite
The standard Android touch controls for Back, Home, Menu, and Search sit below the display.
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LG Optimus Elite
Up top are the power control and a 3.5mm headset jack.
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LG Optimus Elite
The volume rocker sits on the left side. It's large enough to find by feel when you're on a call.
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LG Optimus Elite
On the rear side are the lens for the 5-megapixel camera plus a self-portrait mirror and a flash.
