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LG announces 5.5-inch GX, moves back to hardware navigation buttons

VoLTE and new software features highlight a refreshed Optimus G Pro LG has just put out information on its latest handset for the Korean market, the LG GX. This phone seems to be more of a lateral move from the LG Optimus G Pro, highlighting some new network and software features inside of a slightly redesigned case. Announced on the LG U+ network, the LG GX supports new LTE bands and technology as well as VoLTE (Voice over LTE) , something that's becoming more standard in the Korean market. Beyond the networking, LG is talking up the new software features available. The first is "Smart Day," which shows more glanceable information on the lock screen than on previous LG devices. Next, you have "Media Time," a quick way to access media directly from the lock screen, as well as launch automatically when plugging in headphones. Further, you have new automatic car dock mode, including a new navigation interface and voice controls while driving. When you're...