Putting a T-Mobile sim card in a Tracfone Android?

[TheProfessor]

I want to switch my LG Tracfone Android to T-Mobile so I can get the unlimited internet/data. So if I buy a T-Mobile sim card I should be able to activate T-Mobile service with no problem?

 

[Sarah]

No. TracFone phones are tied to TracFone and can't be used with other carriers. Here's what wikipedia has to say:

"TracFone service is limited to TracFone-branded handsets (all TracFone handsets are pre-programmed by the manufacturer; therefore, the handset is locked including its latest GSM models). Other GSM handsets will not accept TracFone SIM cards, even if unlocked. Additionally, on most handsets, some features like USB and Bluetooth have been modified by the manufacturer to prevent direct transfer of user files."

 

[PeckernutMcDillfart]

I tried my T-mobile SIM in a Tracfone. Didn't work.