Why We're Going to Keep Talking About the Trump Phone
For weeks, I've been asking a simple question: where is the Trump phone? The promised smartphone from the now-defunct Trump Mobile company has yet to materialize, despite months of silence and no updates on its website or social media profiles. While some have told me that covering this story is "playing into his hands" or that it's "obvious con" vaporware, I firmly believe that we need to keep shining a light on this story.
The reason for my persistence lies in the sheer significance of what Trump Mobile represents – a symbol of empty promises and baseless claims made by an administration that has struggled to regulate the tech industry effectively. The fact that a company led by a chief adviser with ties to Silicon Valley was allowed to make such outlandish claims about building $500 Android flagships in the US is a classic example of how the Trump administration has failed to deliver on its promises.
The Trump phone also represents a larger issue – the lack of transparency and accountability from companies like Trump Mobile. By not responding to requests for comment, the company is avoiding scrutiny and accountability, which is exactly what we need to see in this era of tech giants operating with impunity.
Furthermore, covering the Trump phone story sits squarely within our lane as journalists. We cover phones, and this one, although vaporware, is an interesting case study in how a company's claims can be debunked with scrutiny. Moreover, it creates regulatory problems for agencies like the FCC, which we love to point out when they're being slow or ineffective.
Ultimately, the Trump phone story matters because it represents a broader pattern of empty promises and baseless claims made by an administration that has struggled to regulate the tech industry effectively. As long as we keep pushing on this story, we'll be holding those in power accountable for their actions – or lack thereof.
I'll continue to ask questions about the Trump phone every week until someone from Trump Mobile responds or until the phone actually shows up at our doorstep (which it won't). Why? Because I think it's a fair question that deserves attention and scrutiny. And, more importantly, because this story is emblematic of the kind of empty promises and baseless claims that we need to call out – often and loudly.
For weeks, I've been asking a simple question: where is the Trump phone? The promised smartphone from the now-defunct Trump Mobile company has yet to materialize, despite months of silence and no updates on its website or social media profiles. While some have told me that covering this story is "playing into his hands" or that it's "obvious con" vaporware, I firmly believe that we need to keep shining a light on this story.
The reason for my persistence lies in the sheer significance of what Trump Mobile represents – a symbol of empty promises and baseless claims made by an administration that has struggled to regulate the tech industry effectively. The fact that a company led by a chief adviser with ties to Silicon Valley was allowed to make such outlandish claims about building $500 Android flagships in the US is a classic example of how the Trump administration has failed to deliver on its promises.
The Trump phone also represents a larger issue – the lack of transparency and accountability from companies like Trump Mobile. By not responding to requests for comment, the company is avoiding scrutiny and accountability, which is exactly what we need to see in this era of tech giants operating with impunity.
Furthermore, covering the Trump phone story sits squarely within our lane as journalists. We cover phones, and this one, although vaporware, is an interesting case study in how a company's claims can be debunked with scrutiny. Moreover, it creates regulatory problems for agencies like the FCC, which we love to point out when they're being slow or ineffective.
Ultimately, the Trump phone story matters because it represents a broader pattern of empty promises and baseless claims made by an administration that has struggled to regulate the tech industry effectively. As long as we keep pushing on this story, we'll be holding those in power accountable for their actions – or lack thereof.
I'll continue to ask questions about the Trump phone every week until someone from Trump Mobile responds or until the phone actually shows up at our doorstep (which it won't). Why? Because I think it's a fair question that deserves attention and scrutiny. And, more importantly, because this story is emblematic of the kind of empty promises and baseless claims that we need to call out – often and loudly.
. It's like they just vanished into thin air. And don't even get me started on how ridiculous it sounds - $500 Android flagships in the US? Give me a break 
. I think it's our job as journalists to keep poking holes in this story and holding Trump Mobile accountable for their BS 
. It's not about "playing into his hands" or being some kind of conspiracy theorist, it's just basic investigative journalism. And yeah, it might be a bit embarrassing for the FCC and other regulators, but that's exactly why we need to keep pushing on this story 
. Someone needs to hold those in power accountable for their empty promises and lack of transparency. So yeah, I'll keep asking questions until someone finally responds or until the phone magically appears (lol) 
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anyway, i think this whole ordeal is kinda revealing about the lack of accountability in big tech companies. if trumps mobile can just make outlandish claims and then disappear, that's a huge problem for the industry as a whole... we should be calling out these kinds of empty promises all the time 
... like, what even is that? Isn't our job as journalists to fact-check and hold people in power accountable? 
The fact that this company made such outrageous claims about a phone with an android operating system is just another example of how the Trump administration has failed to regulate the tech industry effectively 
. And you're right, it's not like covering this story is going to hurt anyone... except maybe make them look bad 
. It's actually kind of refreshing to see someone still pushing on a story that's been neglected for months 
. I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for any updates (or lack thereof) from Trump Mobile 
? like, it's been months since they promised this phone and nothing. I'm just saying, covering this story might seem weird at first, but think about it - if we don't keep asking questions, who will? The devs are just gonna ghost us 
. We gotta hold those in power accountable for their empty promises and lack of transparency 
. I mean, if Trump Mobile can't be bothered to respond to basic questions, what does that say about their whole business model? 
i mean who tries to sell $500 android flagships in the us? sounds like a scam to me 
but seriously, it's like, what's going on with the fcc and all that? shouldn't they be doing something about this? 
like who else makes $500 android flagships in the us lol meanwhile trump mobiles still got it 
as a journalist who's all about format freaks ( layout structure vibes ) I think it's super key to hold companies like Trump Mobile accountable for their actions – or lack thereof. And btw, if they do end up releasing the Trump phone, can you imagine the specs? 
. Like, who tries to sell $500 Android flagships in the US? Sounds like a scam to me 
. I think it's awesome that journalists like this dude are still pushing on the story, even though it's vaporware 
. It's a great example of how we can hold those in power accountable for their empty promises 
. Plus, it's just so satisfying to see someone get called out on their BS 
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. And you know what's even weirder? People saying it's vaporware just because someone says it is 
. I think the Trump Mobile company should at least be honest and say "we messed up" or something 
instead of ignoring everyone's questions altogether 
. And btw, if we keep pushing on this story, it'll show that even when people make outlandish claims, we won't let them get away with it 
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. And yeah, it's definitely telling about the state of tech regulation under this admin... 
. I mean, what's the harm in calling out empty promises and holding companies like Trump Mobile accountable? It's not like they're hiding in plain sight or anything 
. As journalists, it's our job to ask tough questions and hold those in power accountable. If the Trump phone is what it takes to get some answers, then so be it 
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and I'm thinking of trying their "Mac Daddy" thing next weekend. Have you guys ever had it? It's supposed to be a game-changer. I also saw the funniest video on TikTok yesterday where some kid tried to do a backflip and ended up face-planting into a trash can 
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