Trump Mobile T1 phone prototype: design changes and updated specs

More clarity has emerged around the T1 Phone, often called Trump's phone—and with it, more points for debate. Trump Mobile has now shown a real prototype of the device, confirming it looks noticeably different from earlier renders. In an interview with The Verge, project representatives admitted that during development, they had to revisit the design, specifications, and even public statements about the smartphone's origins.

The displayed sample is close to the final version, but it's already clear that this is a completely different device in appearance. The triangular camera block in the iPhone style is gone, replaced by a vertical module with three cameras in a black oval block and the Trump Mobile inscription. The T1 logo on the body has been removed, though the gold color and U.S. flag will remain. The screen has grown larger, now featuring 2.5D glass and a diagonal closer to 6.78 inches, rather than the parameters previously listed on the website.

The internal specs have changed too. The phone now boasts a Snapdragon 7-series processor, a 5,000 mAh battery, 512 GB of storage, and microSD support up to 1 TB. The cameras include 50 MP units both front and rear, with possible ultra-wide-angle and telephoto modules. Alongside these upgrades, the price will also rise: buyers who placed a deposit will keep the cost at $499, but for others, it will be higher, though not exceeding $1,000. The release has been delayed again, tentatively until spring, pending completion of all certifications.

The most contentious point has been the abandonment of the 'Made in USA' slogan. Trump Mobile acknowledged that the phone isn't entirely manufactured in the U.S.: only final assembly will take place in Miami, while core production is overseas. The company states it revised the wording for transparency and doesn't rule out full U.S. assembly becoming a reality for future models.