The iPhone 7 weren’t quite so massive in my hands, but otherwise, I love it. The Jet Black iPhone is the first I’ve used caseless in years, and it’s a little bit exhilarating. Thanks to the stickier finish, I haven’t dropped it yet ( though I suppose there’s still time, knock on wood) , and it feels a million times better in my hand than the iPhone 6s Plus.
Also, the secret unsung hero of the new-old design: water resistance. I ended up accidentally walking into a torrential rainstorm over the weekend with my iPhone in hand, and initially let out an expletive — followed by the realization that I didn’t have to worry about my electronics shorting. It’s a welcome development.