Trump Mobile's promised T1 smartphone remains unavailable to customers nearly a year after its launch, with 590,000 preorders still unfulfilled despite receiving approximately $59 million in deposits. The device, backed by former President Trump, was marketed as a 'Made in USA' alternative to iPhones and Android devices, but critics quickly questioned its domestic manufacturing claims.

Launched in June 2025 with a $499 price tag, the T1 generated massive consumer interest among Trump supporters willing to put down $100 deposits. However, the company has missed multiple shipping deadlines and quietly removed release dates from its website. Trump Mobile's terms of service explicitly state deposits provide only a 'conditional opportunity' to purchase, not a guarantee of receipt.

The company's shifting explanations—including blame for a federal shutdown and claims of 'final stages of certification'—have done little to restore customer confidence. Senator Elizabeth Warren and other lawmakers requested FTC investigation into alleged bait-and-switch tactics, though no formal inquiry has been confirmed. With no clear path to delivery, many customers face losing their deposits on a device that may never materialize beyond marketing renderings.