Tesla Model Pi: The "iPhone Killer" We Are Still Waiting For
It is the Loch Ness Monster of the tech world. We have seen the renders. We have heard the rumors. But as we close out 2025, the question remains: Is Elon Musk actually building a smartphone?
New reports suggest that with X (Twitter) becoming an "Everything App" and Starlink achieving global coverage, the ecosystem is finally ready. If the Tesla Model Pi drops in 2026, it won't just be a phone—it will be a satellite terminal in your pocket.
⚡ The 3 "Insane" Rumored Features
- Native Starlink Internet: No SIM card needed? Get high-speed internet in the middle of the ocean or on top of Everest.
- Solar Charging Case: A back panel made of photochromic glass that charges the battery in sunlight.
- Neuralink Control: The ability to control the interface with your mind (for users with the chip implant).
Why 2026 Makes Sense
Why didn't he release it sooner? Because the technology wasn't there. But look at the landscape today:
Apple and Google dominate the App Stores. Elon Musk has openly criticized their 30% fees. By launching his own hardware (The Pi Phone) running a custom TeslaOS, he could bypass the App Store entirely, making X the center of the financial world.
Specs vs. Reality
Let's look at the leaked (but unconfirmed) spec sheet compared to the iPhone 17 Pro.
| Feature | Tesla Model Pi (Rumored) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Tesla Self-Driving Chip (Modified) |
| Connectivity | Starlink + 6G |
| Build Material | Cybertruck Steel / Titanium |
| Price | $899 - $1,200 |
Will It Actually Happen?
Elon Musk has said in the past: "We will make an alternative phone if Apple/Google censor us."
With the current battles over AI regulation and App Store fees, the stage is set. It might not be for everyone, but a phone that works on Mars? That is hard to ignore.
Would you switch?
If the Tesla Phone gave you free Starlink internet anywhere in the world, would you ditch your iPhone?
🚀 Comment "YES" or "NO" below!
