Size does matter — I think the iPhone 17 has the perfect dimensions

I’ve always liked a big flagship phone, having enjoyed ‘pro’ sized models like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro Max. But recently I swapped from the latter to an iPhone 17, and within moments I was reminded of a strong opinion I’d sort of let wither.

The best phone size is around 6.3 inches.

By that I mean the display size, when the screen is pretty much bezel-free. This size, running along the diagonal, threads the sweet spot between offering enough screen space for web browsing, video watching, gaming, and general smartphone tasks to be very pleasant, while also allowing a phone that, at least in my case, can be used one-handed.