Trump Phone T1: 3 Key Changes After Redesign
- Spec Upgrade: 6.8-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 7, 512GB
- Price Change: $499 for initial pre-order customers, up to $999 for new customers
- ‘Made in America’ Retracted: Overseas manufacturing + final assembly in Miami
The Trump Organization’s Smartphone Venture
Trump Mobile announced the $499 gold-colored T1 smartphone in June 2025.[CNBC] A $47.45/month plan was also unveiled, including unlimited talk, text, data, and even telemedicine.
The promised 2025 launch wasn’t met. After several delays, a redesigned version was revealed in February 2026.[Android Headlines]
Specs Increased, Promises Decreased
The new version features a 6.8-inch AMOLED 120Hz display, Snapdragon 7, 12GB RAM, and 512GB storage. However, the 20W charging is underwhelming compared to the competition.
The bigger issue is the disappearance of the ‘Made in America’ promise. It’s been changed to manufacturing in ‘friendly countries’ with final assembly in Miami.[TechTimes] The price for new customers is also increasing. The goal is to ship by the end of March after T-Mobile certification.[The Verge]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What OS does the Trump Phone T1 use?
A: It’s based on Android 15. It features a Snapdragon 7 chipset, a 6.8-inch AMOLED 120Hz display, 12GB RAM, and 512GB storage. It’s expandable up to 1TB with a microSD card.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: It’s $499 total for those who paid the initial deposit. The price for new customers is still to be determined, but it will be under $1,000. The monthly plan is $47.45 and includes unlimited talk, text, data, and telemedicine.
Q: When will it be released?
A: It was originally scheduled for release in 2025 but was delayed. T-Mobile certification is in progress, and shipping to initial pre-order customers will begin at the end of March 2026. New customers will follow after that.
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References
- Trump Phone: President’s company announces $499 device – CNBC (2025-06-16)
- Trump Phone T1 Drops ‘Made in America’ – Android Headlines (2026-02-07)
- Trump’s T1 Smartphone Is Back With New Specs – TechTimes (2026-02-09)
- Could the Trump Phone be a good phone? – The Verge (2026-02-10)