In search of small phones

I’m desperate to find a small phone that fits comfortably in my hand and pocket, but every time I look at smartphones, they all seem to have screens ranging from 6.5 to 6.8 inches.

When I search for a specific screen size (6.3 inches or less), I find that only three brands in India (Apple, Samsung, and Google) offer this size, and only in their flagship models. Unfortunately, I can’t afford to spend that much on a phone.

I’ve been using a Samsung M30 for five years, and it’s still going strong. It has a 6.4-inch screen, which is larger than I’d prefer.

I believe companies should make smaller phones more frequently, ideally 6.1 inches or less.

Smaller phones have both advantages and limitations, but for people like me, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.

Benefits

• I can use the phone with one hand.
• It fits in my pocket without looking awkward.
• With a smaller screen, I’m less tempted to doomscroll.
• It encourages me to use my smartphone as a phone, rather than a mini-computer.
• I focus on important tasks instead of treating my smartphone as my whole world.

Limitations

• Typing or chatting can be more challenging.
• The smaller screen isn’t ideal for watching movies or shows.

Other than that, I don’t see any significant limitations that would stop me from using a small phone.

While Apple offers smaller phones, I prefer Android because it allows more customization, and it’s more affordable. I don’t think it’s wise to spend so much money on just a smartphone.

Samsung’s flagship S series offers smaller screen sizes, but again, the price is a barrier.

Google’s Pixel devices are a better option, and I might consider them for a smaller phone. But isn’t it frustrating that there’s only one smartphone on the market with a screen size under 6.3 inches?

I don’t understand if people’s hands are evolving to become larger or if it’s just that everyone wants to have all their devices—tablet, phablet, smartphone, TV, and laptop—in one.

If this trend continues, I might have to shift my search towards feature phones that offer modern technologies for the bare minimum essentials. But even that seems like a long shot.