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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Anthony Cuthbertson

Trump launches Trump Mobile network with gold phones

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  • The Trump Organization has announced the launch of Trump Mobile, a smartphone and mobile service aimed at "real Americans," positioning it as a competitor to Apple and Samsung.
  • The gold-colored ‘T1 Phone’ will be available in August for $499, while the phone plan will cost $47.45 a month.
  • Trump Jr. stated that Trump Mobile will prioritize American-based call centers and domestically manufactured phones, emphasizing a commitment to putting America first.
  • Experts suggest the market is receptive to a new competitor due to the increasing cost of devices from established brands like Apple and Samsung.
  • Critics, such as Harvard Law Professor Lawrence Lessig, argue that ventures like Trump Mobile highlight potential conflicts of interest and the use of the presidency to grow the Trump family's wealth.

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Trump kids to launch gold ‘T1’ mobile phones for MAGA faithful as they take on Apple and Samsung

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