It's highly possible that nobody is copying anyone here.
Whoa, whoa, whoa....don't get too logical and common sensical here. These forums can't handle that.
Seriously people, there is a certain shape and design to products that are more conducive to their shape when considering their function. You don't accuse DeWalt of copying Black & Decker for the shape of a drill bit or circular saw. That is just the most logical shape for the function. earbuds are shaped a certain way, because they fit your ears. A phone takes on a rounded candy bar shape that is best shape to be interacted with your hand and your face. The home pod, AKA a smart speaker, is rounded and stout because that is the best shape for a non-intrusive well sounding responsive device. The Echo and Google home are similarly shaped.
Do I have to go on? The Apple watch didn't design the rectangular shape first, let alone the smartwatch. We are now at a time where people prefer their smartphone maker , their car manufacturer, their clothing brand, Etc. We need to move on beyond the idea that one company has thought of everything and everyone else is copy in them.
Op....give up or admit youe trolling. There isn't an in-between here. I'd anything....the iPhone 8 is copying the essential phone.
As a side note I don't understand the fanaticism on this website. All you have to do is read the replies to news articles on this website, concerning other manufacturers. It's borderline fanatic and delusional. If people put this much sincere care and effort into other things in this world, I imagine it would be a better place to live...and use said smartphone.
Sorry...I have a sinus cold so I'm in a bad mood.