[simion314]

>But realistically, even those don't matter because protective cases are effectively a standard part of any modern phone.

Then you buy a thin phone on paper and make it fat with a case, better if they would put more battery and less glue in. But as always designers/marketing complicate everyone life so they push their new idea: "Form over Function"

[anonporridge]

I agree with that.

I would give up the bullshit sleek look for more battery and ruggedness in a heartbeat.