It’s been almost a year since The Trump Organization announced it was coming out with two offerings for consumers: a new cellular service and a new cellphone.
After some delays, the phones will start going out to customers.
- Trump’s gold T1 phone will start shipping this week
Trump Mobile phones are being shipped this week, the company confirmed to USA TODAY in an email May 11.
Here’s what the phones look like and when they’ll be shipped.
Trump Mobile launched in 2025. T1 phone being shipped in May 2026
Trump Mobile is the cellular service and cellphone company announced by The Trump Organization in June 2025.
The original launch date for the T1 mobile phone was summer 2025, but ran into some delays. Pre-ordered phones will start going out to customers this week, Trump Mobile CEO Pat O’Brien told USA Today.
When can I expect to get my Trump Mobile T1 phone?
O’Brien said May 11 the company expects all pre-ordered phones will be delivered within the next several weeks.
What does the Trump Mobile T1 phone look like?
The T1 phone features a flat screen with three cameras. It runs on an Android operating system, according to the company’s website.
The phone comes in gold and has a 6.78-inch screen, fingerprint sensor and AI face unlock. Key features include:
- Model: T1 Phone (gold version)
- 6.78-inch AMOLED screen
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- 50 MP Main + 8MP Wide + 50MP (2X Tele) Camera + 50MP Front Camera
- 5000 mAh battery/30W quick charge
- Fingerprint sensor and AI Face Unlock
- Snapdragon Mobile Platform
- Android Operating System
“The T1 isn’t just another smartphone; it’s a bold step toward wireless independence,” Trump Mobile’s website said.
“Designed with American values in mind, the T1 delivers top-tier performance, sleek design, and powerful features, all without the inflated price tag.”
How many people ordered the T1 phone?
Trump Mobile did not directly respond to a question about how many people pre-ordered the devices, but O’Brien said the company has been “incredibly pleased with the interest in both the Trump Mobile service and the T1 phones.”
How much is the T1 phone?
To order the phone, customers must join a waitlist on the website and pay a $100 refundable deposit.
The phone is being sold at a $499 promotional price. The remaining balance will be charged when the phone ships.
What plans does Trump Mobile offer?
The company’s 5G “47 Plan” is available for $47.45 a month, a nod to President Donald Trump’s two presidential terms, with no contract, according to the website.
Trump Mobile also offers family and military plans.
The plan includes:
- Unlimited talk, text and data
- No contract; it can be canceled at any time
- International calling to more than 230 countries and territories
- 100% US-based customer support
- Telehealth services
- Roadside assistance and device protection
Customers will see TrumpSM displayed in the status bar as their network.
Do you need to buy T1 phone to join Trump Mobile plan?
No. Trump Mobile said if your phone is compatible with its network, you can sign up for one of its plans without purchasing one of its phones.
Check your phone’s compatibility with Trump Mobile.
Cheryl McCloud is a journalist for the USA TODAY Network-Florida’s service journalism Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday day by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY, at https://tallahassee.com/newsletters.
This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Trump’s gold T1 phone shipping this week. Here’s what it looks like
Reporting by Cheryl McCloud and Michelle Del Rey , USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Palm Beach Post; USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect