India, June 7 -- For years, compact mobile phones have carved out a niche among users who prefer a device that fits comfortably in one hand without sacrificing core performance. In past, we've seen a lot of devices like the iPhone SE (4.7-inch), Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (5-inch), and the Pixel 4a (5.8-inch), among others. These devices garnered praise for their portability, ease of use, and pocket-friendly design, though they often faced criticism over limited screen space or outdated features compared to larger flagship smartphones. Although we've seen a couple of launches recently, like Galaxy S25 and Xiaomi 15, which can also be seen as a flagship, but to get these models, one may have to sell their kidneys (just kidding).

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