How to use a phablet again?

Hi all, I've been using a Jelly star for going on 3 years now.

Due to the recent weak battery performance and giving up on any update, I have decided to get a phablet (yes I still use this term XD)

The problem is, how do you fit it in your pocket? I often wear shorts with the pockets on the sides (unlike jeans where the pockets open on the top) meaning it's quite easy for things to fall out.

I use a lanyard sometimes, but it seems ridiculous to have a phablet around my neck, also it might cause strain lol

I was looking into those belts with the phone pouch and just realised I'm not that old...or maybe they could make a comeback?

It's been a good run, and I'm not happy to be leaving the small phone world, but even though I still value a proper screen size, other factors have become more important for me