I swore we’d see the LG VX9600 Versa unleashed at the MWC this week, that is before the official pics were leaked yesterday.  As suspected the phone incorporates a modular accessory system which includes an add on keyboard and a gamepad that looks beyond cumbersome to use.  I mean really, how would you play a game or knock out an email with the depicted form factor.  Specs for the soon to be antiquated handset include a 3-inch 240×480 touchscreen, web browser, Bluetooth, media player, 2.5mm headphone jack (LOL), microSD card slot and 2MP camera.

The LG Versa is said to be hitting Verizon retail stores March 1st for $200 after a 2-year blood sucking contract.  The ‘snap ons’, at least not the game pad, will not be included and will cost you $30.

[Unwiredview]

Remember the iControlpad, the device that essentially turns your iPhone into a full blow gaming machine (I’m exaggerating)?  Well, it’s been captured on moving pictures.  It looks like it takes some back door software (i.e. hacked) to get it working with the handset and as a result it’s a bit on the laggy side.  Unfortunately, there is still no word on an official release date.

[Zodtdd]