Trump's smartphone T1 launches: How much it costs and what's inside
The T1 smartphone may have Chinese origins (collage: RBC-Ukraine)
The company T1 Mobile has unveiled the final design and full specifications of its branded smartphone, Trump T1. A gold корпус with engraving and its own mobile network are expected to be the device’s main standout features, according to Lifehacker.
Although Donald Trump is not personally involved in development, his sons are promoting the gadget as an embodiment of American values. The updated website has, for the first time, revealed the device in detail: gold accents around the display, a black-and-gold flag on the back panel, and Trump Mobile logos.
Trump T1 smartphone (photo: Trump Mobile)
Technical specifications
Display: a 6.78-inch AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate.
Cameras: a quad-camera setup — 50 MP main sensor, 8 MP ultra-wide, 50 MP telephoto, and a 50 MP selfie camera.
Hardware: Qualcomm Snapdragon processor (7 Gen 3 series), 512 GB of internal storage, and a 5000 mAh battery with 30W fast charging support.
Security: a fingerprint scanner and an “AI Face Unlock” feature.
Chinese roots and concerns
Despite its patriotic positioning, experts have noted that the specifications and design of the Trump T1 are almost identical to the HTC U24 Pro, raising questions about the originality of the device.
Moreover, the company has dropped the slogan “Made in the USA,” replacing it with “created with American innovation.”
The device is priced at $499. Trump Mobile is already accepting $100 deposits, promising the first month of service for free (a $47.45 monthly plan).
There is currently no confirmed release date.
Given the history of previous business projects by the Trump family, experts advise caution: for the same price, the market already offers proven flagship devices such as the Google Pixel 10a.
