The newest flagships are all too large for anyone who wants to use them with a single hand. They either exceed 5" (Z2, S5, G3) or/and have huge bezels (Z2, One M8). Some, like the Z2, feel quite poorly balanced and chunky so reaching for top and bottom UI elements feels a bit precarious. That's the complaint The Verge (and even Anandtech) have regarding all of the new flagships: they're all getting larger but they've crossed the line and are actually getting more difficult to hold.
If you want to bring Apple into the equation, there's a reason why they're probably going to have a "sudden change of tune". If Apple does the rumoured 4.7" with tiny bezels, the screen will be larger to improve usability and legibility but most likely won't be large enough to impede one handed use. Top UI elements will still be a problem but I've always thought that Apple did a better job with weight balance than most phone manufacturers so shifting your hand up and down is more natural.
ok to Restore i guess :\
