Purchasing the Trump Organization’s new golden smartphone might confirm to be harder than predicted, as one man was left surprised at what occured when he pre-ordered the T1 Phone straight after it was announced.
The Trump family’s latest business venture contains a gold-covered Android phone that supposedly will rival the iPhone and Samsung’s Galaxy devices, yet if the purchasing process is anything to go buy you shouldn’t hold out much hope.
Matched with the $47.45-per-month Trump Mobile plan, the T1 Phone shows off operations in the United States for anyone who wants to buy ‘real American’ products, although it’s unclear how much of the gadget’s actual components are sourced and manufactured on American soil.
One journalist commented that would be the least of the issues when attempting to pick up their own T1 Phone while many people across social media have been left surprised at the price of the device and network plan
What happens when you pre-order the T1 Phone?
If your experience is anything like that of 404 Media’s Joseph Cox then you’re in for a ride when trying to purchae the new Trump phone, as the experience was troubled by countless errors and even incorrect payments.
“I tried to pre-order the phone and pay the $100 downpayment,” Cox explains.
“I received a confirmation email saying I’ll receive a confirmation when my order has been shipped,” Cox continued, “but I haven’t offered a shipping address or paid the $499 price tag.”
What’s more, he also details attempting to log into the Trump Mobile website and change his password, only to be met with another error message and unable to access his account.
“It is the worst experience I’ve ever faced buying a consumer electronic product and I have no idea whether or how I’ll receive the phone,” writes Cox.
What are people saying about the Trump Phone?
Understandably many have interacted with surprise to Cox’s experience attempting to buy the T1 Phone, but some argue that this is an unpredcited experience with products associated with the Trump name.
“What’s up? Got scammed by the president? Sounds ridiculous doesn’t it?” Writes on user on Reddit. “To anyone stupid enough to buy this phone, at least use a credit card so you are protected.”
Plenty of people are also showing concerns about the security of the device, with allegations that your phone data will be recorded and processed by the government.
