AirTags are micro-tracking devices designed and developed by Apple for tracking your personal belongings.
They use a CR2032 coin battery and can operate for up to a year. However, you should know how to check and change the battery if your AirTag is nearing one year after a battery change.
In this article, we’ll explain how to check AirTag’s battery and replace it if needed.
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Check AirTag’s battery
You can check your AirTag’s battery via the Find My application on your Apple devices. If the battery is too low, you will receive a notification on your iPhone or other device.
Here’s how to do so:
- Open Find My and then head to the Items tab.
- Next, tap on your AirTag’s name and check the battery life.
You should check the AirTag’s battery regularly because you cannot charge your AirTag. Once the battery is drained, it should be replaced.
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How to change AirTag’s battery?
If your AirTag’s battery is dead, you must change it. As mentioned earlier, AirTags runs on a CR2032 coin battery that is easily available.
Here’s how you can change AirTag’s battery:
- Press the stainless steel on your AirTag and rotate it anticlockwise to remove the cover.
- After that, gently remove the old battery and insert a new CR2032 battery. Remember, place the positive side facing up.
- Next, place the cover by aligning the slots, pressing it gently, and rotating it clockwise to fix it firmly.
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Frequently answered questions (FAQs)
Now, let us answer a few FAQs on the topic:
How long does the AirTag battery last?
According to Apple, AirTag’s battery will last for a year. That said, battery life depends on several factors, including usage, temperature, and humidity.
Where is the battery on my AirTag?
You will find the AirTag’s battery when you remove the stainless steel plate showcasing the Apple logo. Steps to do the same are mentioned above.
How do you check your AirTag?
Head to Find My > Items and tap on your AirTag to know the location. Please remember that your device needs to have the Location Services active to get an accurate reading.
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