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USA Today
08-08-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Trump Mobile pushes T1 Phone release to October. What we know about the phone, service
The Trump Organization's cell phone enterprise has pushed back the launch date for its smartphone until October. President Donald Trump's eldest sons, who manage the Trump Organization, announced in June the company was launching Trump Mobile, a new cellular service and cellphone company that would sell its own smartphone, the "T1 Phone." Trump Mobile made the T1 Phone available for preorders when the company launched and said the the devices would be ready in August. However, a spokesperson confirmed with USA TODAY the phone is now expected to be available in October, but did not immediately answer questions on what caused the delay. Here is what to know about the T1 Phone and Trump Mobile's offerings: More: T1 Phone latest golden accessory from Trump world after sneakers, seatbelts and tweezers Trump Mobile offers the '47 Plan.' What does it include? The Trump Mobile network will offer 5G service through "The 47 Plan," available for $47.45 per month − a nod to Trump's first and second terms. According to the Trump Mobile website, the service will include: Golden T1 Phone on sale for $499, preorder only The T1 phone is selling for $499 with a down payment of $100. Trump Mobile once said the T1 Phone would be built in the U.S., but now the website reads it will be "designed with American values in mind, the T1TM delivers top-tier performance, sleek design, and powerful features — all without the inflated price tag." It includes AI face unlocking and an in-screen fingerprint sensor, according to Trump Mobile's website. The T1 Phone will also have 256 gigabytes of internal storage. It will operate on the Android 15 system with a USB-C port and 3.5 mm headphone jack, the website states. Trump Mobile leader teases new products in the future In launching the company, Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. introduced entrpreneur Pat O'Brien as part of the launch team for Trump Mobile, according to Reuters. When reached by phone by the outlet, O'Brien said the brand was planning to initially launch one phone and later develop other devices. Reuters reported he said the T1 Phone had received a lot of preorders but did not provide a number. Contributing: Melina Khan, USA TODAY Kinsey Crowley is the Trump Connect reporter for the USA TODAY Network. Reach her at kcrowley@ Follow her on X and TikTok @kinseycrowley or Bluesky at @
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Iran Launches Forbidden Cluster Bombs at Israel for the First Time
News • 6 days ago How Trump Pocketed Over $600 Million from Crypto, Watches, and Other Assets He's bold, he's back—and he's banking big. In 2024 alone, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly earned over $600 million, not just from politics, but from a sprawling empire of crypto, golf, luxury goods, and now, mobile phones. Newly released federal financial disclosures reveal Trump made $57M from crypto token sales, with the meme coin $TRUMP generating $320M in fees. His Florida golf courses raked in over $139M, while World Liberty Financial, a DeFi company, brought in $400M+. But he's not stopping there. Teaming up with his sons, Trump is entering the telecom game with Trump Mobile—a new wireless service and phone brand. Their flagship device, T1 Mobile, is a gold-toned smartphone priced at $499, complete with a "47 Plan" that nods to Trump's presidential journey.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
US Bombs 3 Nuclear Sites in Iran, Trump says historic moment for America and Israel
News • 5 days ago How Trump Pocketed Over $600 Million from Crypto, Watches, and Other Assets He's bold, he's back—and he's banking big. In 2024 alone, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly earned over $600 million, not just from politics, but from a sprawling empire of crypto, golf, luxury goods, and now, mobile phones. Newly released federal financial disclosures reveal Trump made $57M from crypto token sales, with the meme coin $TRUMP generating $320M in fees. His Florida golf courses raked in over $139M, while World Liberty Financial, a DeFi company, brought in $400M+. But he's not stopping there. Teaming up with his sons, Trump is entering the telecom game with Trump Mobile—a new wireless service and phone brand. Their flagship device, T1 Mobile, is a gold-toned smartphone priced at $499, complete with a "47 Plan" that nods to Trump's presidential journey.
Android Authority
22-06-2025
- Business
- Android Authority
Trump Mobile promise telehealth and roadside perks, but is it worth the cost?
From businessman to politician, and now to wireless service provider? Coming way out of left field, it seems the Trump Organization is now looking to leverage the Trump name to bring phone service to its fan base. According to the Trump Organization, the company won't directly operate Trump Mobile and is instead licensing the rights to an unnamed third party. Trump Mobile will offer just one plan, dubbed the 47 Plan, as a not-so-subtle nod to Trump's current presidential term. The company will also offer its Trump-themed T1 Phone, though you can also bring your own device — which we'd definitely recommend over buying this thing. The 47 Plan claims to have the same coverage as the big three carriers, as well as unlimited talk, text, and data for $47.45 a month. There's also reportedly around $15 in additional fees beyond that price tag. Of course, several other prepaid carriers offer the same general features for notably less. For example, Visible ranges from $25 to $45 a month with taxes and fees included. In order to stand out, Trump Mobile includes a few less common benefits, which we'll focus on a bit later. Would you consider Trump Mobile? 0 votes Yes, if the telehealth and other extra features proof useful. NaN % No, it's too expensive or gimmicky for me NaN % Undecided/Other (Tell us more in comments) NaN % Marketing gimmicks aside, is Trump Mobile actually a decent alternative to other prepaid providers? Honestly, for most probably not, but let's start by taking a look at what it actually offers. What do you get with Trump Mobile? Andrew Grush / Android Authority Trump Mobile is a mobile virtual network operator, meaning it doesn't run its own towers and instead partners with existing networks. While many prepaid carriers only provide service via one partner, Trump Mobile will reportedly offer coverage via all three major networks. This isn't unheard of by any means; a few independent prepaid providers manage to offer coverage from all three networks, with US Mobile being one of the most well-known examples. In fact, US Mobile even lets you run two networks simultaneously, for an optional fee. It's still unclear how Trump Mobile's multi-network support will function, but based on what I've been able to dig up, it'll likely assign you to the carrier most compatible with your BYOD device or the Trump T1 Phone. You might be able to manually choose a network, though there are no official details yet. Either way, I wouldn't count on being able to easily switch between networks on the fly—or use two simultaneously—as those features would almost certainly be highlighted if they were part of the offering. Trump Mobile's unlimited talk, text, and 20GB data are pretty standard, but it's priced on the high side. I can also reasonably guess that at least the T-Mobile connection will be on low-priority data. This is speculative, of course, but it is worth noting that Google Fi is the only known provider with high-priority access to T-Mobile's network. So it's safe to assume Trump Mobile won't have that perk. As for AT&T and Verizon, they've shown more flexibility in offering higher priority to select partners, so it's possible—but I wouldn't bet on it. Moving past carrier support, Trump Mobile also promises unlimited talk, text, and 20GB of high-speed data. There's no word on what happens when you hit your high-speed data cap, but judging by how similar plans operate, it's very likely there will be a firm speed cap for any data used afterward. For example, Google Fi throttles speeds down to just 256Kbps, barely enough to even load your email. There's also a possibility that Trump Mobile might only lower speeds during times of heavy congestion, similar to basic plans from carriers like Visible, though usually, that's clearly spelled out if that's the case. As you can see, there's really nothing here that looks too different from other prepaid carriers, many of which cost almost half the price of the 47 Plan. That said, there are three fairly unusual perks worth talking about, and then we'll quickly cover international features as well. Three fairly unusual perks: Telehealth, device protection, and roadside assistance Apple While many carriers offer unlimited data and limited international calling features, it's not every day you hear about a mobile phone plan that adds telehealth, free device protection, and roadside assistance to the mix. As you might have guessed, Trump Mobile partners with other companies for these features. Let's start with the most notable of the three features: the included telehealth benefit. Through a partnership with Doctegrity, Trump Mobile promises 24/7/365 access to board-certified providers and behavioral and mental health services — including life coaching, nutrition counseling, and more — all available via video or phone calls. There's also a Pharmacy Rx discount program covering over 100 medications, with some even free after the discount is applied. If you'd use the telehealth, roadside and device protection extras, you could save. From what I gather, you can access most of these services directly from Doctegrity with its $29-a-month subscription, so if this is something you'd already subscribe to, this particular benefit could be worth it. Of course, many health insurance providers (including Medicaid providers in some cases) offer telemedicine at no additional cost already, so I'd recommend doing a bit of research into your existing benefits before jumping at this feature. Moving on from telehealth, Trump Mobile has partnered with Omega Mobilecare for limited device protection. I'll be honest—I'm not particularly familiar with this brand, and while that might raise an eyebrow, I'm not ready to call it a red flag just yet. What is clear from the official website is that this is device protection, not insurance. Of course, it functions similarly to insurance, as all BYOD or purchased devices will include up to $2,000 per year in coverage for: Mechanical or electrical breakdowns Cracked screen replacement due to accidental mishandling Replacement with a device of the 'same kind and quality' if they can't fix it While the full terms and conditions aren't available online yet, this certainly doesn't sound too different from other prepaid insurance programs. Typically, these services can range anywhere from $5 to $15 or more a month, depending on your benefits and how expensive your device is. Last but not least, roadside assistance benefits are powered by Drive America and include a $100 monthly towing allowance, flat tire assistance, battery assistance, and lockout assistance. Are these extras actually a good value? Technically speaking, yes. If you were to sign up separately for roadside assistance, device protection, and telehealth, you could easily spend an additional $40-$50 a month. There's a catch, though: you might already have some of these benefits elsewhere, or you might find that paying separately yields better benefits. The telehealth plan might not be necessary depending on your existing insurance, and even roadside assistance might already be covered through your car insurance or a club membership like AAA, which typically offers better features. The extras are good value, but check you aren't already covered elsewhere. As for insurance or device protection, pricing can vary significantly, but third-party options may provide better coverage. Additionally, manufacturers like Apple and Google offer their own forms of device protection, often with even greater benefits than those provided by Trump Mobile. How do the international features compare to the other prepaid options out there? Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Typically, prepaid plans priced above $40 are considered premium options. These tend to include perks such as smartwatch connectivity, international roaming, and sometimes even streaming services. For example, Visible Plus Pro retails for $45 a month but includes premium extras like smartwatch service, unlimited calling to 85 countries, and unlimited texting to 200 countries from within the US. You also get free calls, texts, and data within the US and Canada, plus two Global Pass days per month for use in over 200 destinations. Unfortunately, Trump Mobile doesn't include any of these premium international features, which is disappointing at this price point. Of course, that's because the premium here is spent on the three unique features mentioned previously. You might not get international roaming, but the good news is you can call around 100 different destinations for free from within the United States. However, each country has a different maximum cap for minutes per month, ranging from as little as 5 minutes to unlimited. Should you consider Trump's service over the competition? Joe Maring / Android Authority At first glance, Trump Mobile comes across as a heavily branded offering, and that's likely by design. While it does include a few genuinely interesting features, the overall package feels more like a marketing vehicle than a disruptive carrier. Whether it can deliver on its promises — particularly around customer service and ongoing support — remains to be seen. It's also worth noting that similar or better benefits may be available from established prepaid providers like Visible or US Mobile. Visible is considerably cheaper and includes truly unlimited service, while US Mobile offers comparable three-network support with more flexibility when it comes to switching between them. While I won't pass final judgment until Trump Mobile fully launches and the provider releases detailed terms and conditions beyond the current minimalist placeholders, it's safe to say there are other options available that can scratch similar itches more effectively. The fact that Trump Mobile is more a gimmicky licensing agreement than a true prepaid carrier doesn't help it much either.
USA Today
21-06-2025
- Climate
- USA Today
Trump Mobile, gender care and the champion Panthers: The week in review
Floods ravage Texas, Appalachians Torrential rain and flash flooding in Texas and parts of West Virginia trapped drivers, swept vehicles away and pulled homes off their foundations, leaving as many as 20 people dead and communities struggling to recover. Thunderstorms over San Antonio dropped nearly 10 inches of rain in a matter of hours, more that double the amount of rain the area typically gets in all of June. Up to 4 inches drenched the Appalachian region, overwhelming creeks and waterways. 'It happened so quickly,' said Lou Vargo, Ohio County's emergency management director. "I've been doing this for 35 years. … I've never seen anything like this.' Court upholds gender care ban The U.S. Supreme Court dealt a blow to the transgender rights movement and a victory to the Trump administration when it upheld a Tennessee law barring gender-affirming care for minors. The ruling fell along ideological lines as the court's six conservative justices ruled in favor of the ban and the three liberals dissented. Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti said the decision was a victory 'in defense of America's children'; Kimberly Inez McGuire, head of Unite for Reproductive & Gender Equity, said the court chose 'cruelty over care.' Trump Mobile answers the call Yet another enterprise is getting the Trump name. Trump Mobile, a new cellular service, will offer the 5G '47 Plan' for $47.45 a month (Donald Trump is the nation's 47th and 45th president) and its own phone, the T1 Phone, the Trump Organization announced. 'Trump Mobile is going to change the game,' said Donald Trump Jr., who runs the president's conglomerate with his brother Eric. The gold-colored phone will retail for $499. Of course that's not the only venture in the Trump orbit: There's Truth Social and the crypto company World Liberty Financial, plus Trump Bibles, watches, sneakers and guitars. Steve Carell's advice to grads: 'Just dance' When Steve Carell is your commencement speaker, you should be ready for anything. The actor, who was presented with an honorary degree from Northwestern University before he spoke to its graduates, briefly turned the ceremony into a dance party as he bolted off the stage and into the crowd of delighted grads to 'That's Not My Name' by The Ting Tings. 'That was as invigorating as it was disturbing,' he told them afterward. His speech was not without some sage advice: 'Remember to laugh when you have the opportunity and to cry when necessary,' he said. And, 'just dance sometimes.' Twice is nice for the Florida Panthers Who said the Sunshine State is no place for hockey? The Florida Panthers netted their second straight Stanley Cup − and denied the Edmonton Oilers a second straight time − with a 5-1 romp in front of the home crowd in Game 6 behind a record-tying four goals from winger Sam Reinhart. The Cats join their brethren the Tampa Bay Lightning, who won back-to-back Cups in 2020 and 2021. As for Edmonton, falling short again was especially stinging: The last Canadian team to take home the Stanley Cup was the Montreal Canadiens in 1993. − Compiled and written by Robert Abitbol, USA TODAY copy chief
