Trump Organization Launches Gold Smartphone, Mobile Service in US Market

The Trump Organization, led by President Donald Trump's family, has launched a new mobile phone service called Trump Mobile, featuring a US-assembled 'T1 Phone' and a $47.45 monthly subscription dubbed the '47 Plan,' referencing Trump's current presidency as the 47th and 45th president. The $499 T1 Phone boasts a 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, 12GB RAM, a triple rear camera setup, and a 5,000mAh battery, running Android 15, though some specifications and manufacturing details remain unclear. Trump Mobile operates as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), leasing capacity from major US carriers AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, and offers perks like telemedicine, roadside assistance, and international texting. The service targets a niche market with competitive pricing and emphasizes all-American values, promising no outsourcing of customer support and exclusive benefits for subscribers engaged with other Trump-branded platforms. Industry analysts note the venture follows a common MVNO business model but question its ability to reach a substantial subscriber base in a highly competitive market. Critics, including Harvard Law professor Lawrence Lessig, argue the initiative exemplifies President Trump's use of the presidency to expand his family's wealth.