The size seems like it is getting closer with the iPhone XS Max compared to the iPad Mini. I have to agree with the author with the term "Phablet" because they are almost similar in terms of size.
Apple is officially wading into ‘phablet’ territory with the iPhone XS Max — here it is compared to an iPad Mini
Apple unveiled three new iPhones this month, including its largest iPhone yet, the iPhone XS Max. With its 6.5-inch OLED display, it's only slightly smaller than the 7.9-inch display featured in the iPad Mini.
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