Since most apps are meant to be used vertically - by swiping up and down - taller phone screens can show you more information at once. (businessinsider.com)
To accommodate this, the corners are now curved which, as you'd guess, yields a more comfortable grip for handling the slightly taller phone. (techpp.com)
On board is a 5 megapixel camera, WIFI and quad - band GSM capabilities, in a 4.37 - inch tall phone or 5.83 - inches when opened up. (onemobilering.com)