Donald Trump’s business empire is making headlines again—this time with the launch of Trump Mobile and its flagship device, the T1 Phone. Priced at $499 (about ₹42,000), the gold-colored Android smartphone is being marketed as “designed and built in the United States,” aiming to attract consumers seeking American-made alternatives in a market dominated by foreign manufacturers.
Unveiled by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump at Trump Tower in New York, the T1 Phone’s launch coincided with the 10-year anniversary of Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. The Trump Mobile venture positions itself as an alternative to major carriers, capitalizing on the Trump brand’s appeal to conservative and patriotic buyers.
The T1 Phone features a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 50MP main camera, 5000mAh battery, and runs Android 15. With 12GB RAM and 256GB of expandable storage, the device also offers both fingerprint and AI face unlock security. The phone’s gold exterior is etched with an American flag and the “T1” logo, reinforcing its American branding.
Trump Mobile’s wireless service operates as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), purchasing network capacity from the three major US wireless providers. The top-tier plan, dubbed “The 47 Plan” in reference to Trump’s status as the 47th president, is priced at $47.45 per month (about ₹4,000). This plan includes:
Unlimited talk, text, and data
No contracts or credit checks
Free international calling to over 100 countries
24/7 roadside assistance
Telehealth services
Device protection
Special emphasis is placed on support for military families, with free long-distance calling to overseas bases.
While the Trump Organization touts the T1 as “proudly designed and built in the United States,” industry experts and supply chain analysts have expressed skepticism. They argue that producing a smartphone entirely within US borders is nearly impossible given the current state of domestic manufacturing infrastructure. Some have noted striking similarities between the T1 and existing Chinese-made devices, raising questions about the authenticity of its “Made in America” claim.
Despite these doubts, the Trump family insists the phone will ship by August 2025, with pre-orders requiring a $100 deposit.
