Airtag won't start up with new battery

I put a brand new battery (tested good) in my airtag, but when I push down the battery, it doesn't start or beep. Two of my airtags worked. Two did not.

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Posted on Jun 10, 2024 8:47 PM

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Posted on Jun 11, 2024 5:56 AM

You nailed it!! Thanks - I had to wash it with a slightly damp cloth to get the coating off. And they do a good job of making those batteries taste terrible I noticed! :D My airtags are baaaack!

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Airtag won't start up with new battery

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