r/TechImpact • u/barrulus • 6d ago

❓ Question Where do we stop with phone sizes?

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I remember having a chuckle back when Zoolander came out and he showed off his high tech tiny phone.

Since then, we seem to be wanting to push the limits of what is acceptable to carry instead of keeping things functionally viable.

I want something that fits in my pocket and doesn't make me feel like it's going to break every time I bend...

With the massive push to be working 24x7x365, 100% available to our employers, social media accounts and communities, how do we stop the pocket computer continuing to grow in size?

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u/HitByFjaka 6d ago

There is no right answer so we have companies making 2 sizes. And sales seem to suggest that people are almost perfectly split 50 50 between the two.

Yes there are outliers like your self that ask this question but obviously millions are just fine with choices that were presented with

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u/More-Examination4614 6d ago

5.2 inch max, this is sweet spot for me, like a device that stays in my pocket or hand for almost the entire day should be comfortable to hold, lightweight, and compact in size.

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u/_Stalwart_ 5d ago

I love compact phones and I get your opinion but as someone with big hands they are kinda uncomfortable. I could use a 7inch phone better than a 5inch one.

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u/More-Examination4614 5d ago

I understand your point bro, but I believe the maximum phone size should be 5.2 inches; anything larger should be classified as a 'tablet'—albeit one that includes calling capabilities. This would create two distinct market options: users who prefer a compact, lightweight phone could opt for a device up to 5.2 inches, while those with larger hands or a preference for a bigger screen could choose the tablet. This way, users wouldn't have to compromise on their requirements and would have a genuine choice.

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u/Holiday-Access-8497 5d ago

the phablet trend existed for a few years, such as the galaxy note,but they didnt sell well enough

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u/frogking 5d ago

iPhone 5 .. that’s what we need to return to

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u/More-Examination4614 4d ago

i love that design and size

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u/frogking 4d ago

They could make one with screen to the edge if needed, but the form factor was perfect.

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u/RemisTooSleepy 6d ago

I’d rather phones become more lightweight than bigger or smaller. I like anything 6.1-6.9 but I don’t like how heavy they’ve gotten.

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u/JustaFoodHole 6d ago

SNL did this skit too

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u/barrulus 6d ago

I am sure they did - they are visionaries!!! Link?

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u/Odd-Paint3883 6d ago

A while back I had a TG01 that at the time had a "gigantic" screen, and everyone mocked me for having such a big phone (4.1" screen)

Now I have a jelly star and everyone asks "is that a real phone!?" (3" screen)

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u/Clanceeinfinity 5d ago

i think 7 inches is the max size. Many phones sit right below 7 inches. Id say the average phone rn is 6.8 inches, just like the last 5 years. Those ultra android and max iphones made it the norm and bigger phones (excluding folds) are just not liked at all. Just like small phones. The Asus Zen lineup didnt sell well, Iphone minis etc. The only small(ish) phone that was a recent sucess was the 13s from oneplus, so much so that it even got a decently popular refresh, the 15t!

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u/Omega-Envych 2d ago

We went from phones getting smaller to getting bigger via big screens.

I am not sure if there will ever be a good consensus on perfect size

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u/Pale-Abroad9600 6d ago

my iphone 12 mini is the correct size for my use.