A year after taking $100 deposits, Trump Mobile has made changes in fine print that has worried buyers; here's what it says

The company behind Trump Mobile, T1 Mobile LLC, recently changed the fine print on its website. This change is worrying some buyers who deposited $100 for the Trump-branded gold phone. The company has recently updated its preorder terms and conditions to clarify that it “does not guarantee that a Device will be produced or made available for purchase.”The revised terms further state, “A preorder deposit provides only a conditional opportunity if Trump Mobile later elects, in its sole discretion, to offer the Device for sale.” The update comes nearly a year after customers placed deposits for the device, which has yet to ship.The smartphone, marketed under Trump Mobile and linked to the Trump Organization, has seen multiple delays since its initial announcement. It was first expected to ship in August 2025, with timelines later shifting to November 2025, December 2025 and then “mid to late January 2026,” according to earlier customer service responses. As of now, there is no confirmed release date listed on the company’s website.The device, called the “T1,” has reportedly been redesigned several times. The phone will come with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, a 50MP camera setup, and biometric features such as a fingerprint sensor and face unlock. Android will run on the phone.The phone was originally touted as being made in the United States, but now the messaging is that it is “designed with American values in mind.”Reports suggest the device has received required certifications for US network compatibility, including regulatory approvals, although the product is still not available for purchase.In the meantime, Trump Mobile continues to offer refurbished smartphones from other brands, along with its $ 47.45-per-month subscription plan.The updated terms and ongoing delays have left some customers uncertain about whether the device will be released, even as the company moves forward with other parts of its mobile service offering.