When I ordered this all-in-one purse, I was not sure that the phone compartment was not roomy enough for a samsung note 9. It is ore than enough. I have another one of anushka wallets where the compartment is too small and the color, while beautiful was grey, not easy to see. I also looked for a bright color AND one that fits the Note 9. This one has many compartments, the newer design of the card holding compartments work better, mostly. And it does have a long strap (cross body) which is important if you want you $1000 phone to be secure. So, a great buy altogether, only second to my ANUSHKA backpack which I cherish. (Every single person on a metro ride, perpetually ask me where I bought it and what brand it is.One more victory for Anushka!!!BTW, I cant figure out why there is strap INSIDE the phone compartment