The Trump Mobile T1 phone looks too similar to the HTC U24 Pro.

Trump Mobile plans to release its own smartphone: a possible “clone” from HTC

The mobile operator Trump Mobile has been announcing for several months that it intends to bring its first smartphone to market. According to the latest official images, the device has undergone radical design changes multiple times, and it is increasingly likely that the latest version is based on the HTC U24 Pro model.

What The Verge says
The Verge notes that even if the speculation about borrowing features from HTC turns out to be true, it does not mean that the Taiwanese company collaborated with Trump Mobile. HTC representative Sohaib Ahmed emphasized: “HTC does not develop or manufacture smartphones for third parties.” Nevertheless, both companies could use the same OEM partner.

Why they suspect U24 Pro
* Release date and price – The HTC U24 Pro debuted in 2024 at €564, symbolizing the brand’s return to the Android market after its position weakened in 2017 (the acquisition of Google’s manufacturing unit for $1.1 million).

* Body shape – Both the T1 Phone and U24 Pro have a angular frame profile, and the screen is sharply curved.

* Camera cutouts – Both smartphones feature three asymmetric cutouts: speaker‑grid, LED notification indicator, and proximity sensor (the presence of an LED on the T1 Phone has not yet been confirmed).

* 3.5 mm port – Trump Mobile retains the traditional headphone jack, which is rare in modern models. A microSD slot is also provided with a built‑in 512 GB storage.

Cameras and chip
* Both phones use a similar camera configuration: a main (50 MP) and a front camera capable of an ultra‑wide lens and two‑x zoom.

* Processor – Snapdragon 7 series. The HTC U24 Pro runs on Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the T1 Phone uses a comparable chip.

Display, battery, and protection
Feature U24 Pro (HTC) T1 Phone (Trump Mobile)
Screen 6.8‑inch OLED Wireless charging Yes

Where will the phone be assembled?
Trump Mobile announced that the final assembly of the smartphone will take place in Miami. The specific facility has not been disclosed, and the company has not provided further comments.

Conclusion:
Based on external details and technical specifications, the T1 Phone appears to be an adaptation of the HTC U24 Pro model. Despite HTC’s official stance that it does not develop phones for third‑party brands, a scenario involving collaboration with the same OEM partner that previously serviced HTC is possible. It is expected that in 2026 the operator will unveil its first smartphone, relying on proven technology from the Taiwanese manufacturer.