Madlaine

To further expand at least for samsung:

• the mic will be re-enabled for regular phone calls
• the mic won’t be re-enabled for other calls, e.g. WhatsApp, Telegram, Whatsoever

1. I never understood why space should be at premium. A phone does not need to be as thin as possible. 1½-2cm thickness is reasonable in my eyes, and would allow so much more ports and/or buttons. I would have use for 2-3 extra buttons.
2. The biggest pro of two opposing ports: you could always charge your device regardless of orientation. With just a port on the bottom charging while scrolling in the bed is often uncomfortable