Tile, also known as the Bluetooth tracker, is a clear device that tags your everyday devices, tracking them to avoid it being lost. Imagine this: You’re rushing to get to work but you couldn’t find your wallet and keys and you swore you kept it on the table. Tile is the perfect tracking device that can help find misplaced items, saving your perfectly good day from turning bitter.

The quality of the Tile component is suitable to last for a year. You do not need to charge or replace the battery. After a year, the Tile would get worn out and you would have to replace it with the latest version.  

It’s among the best tracking devices that have been tested, but it has its own downside. Keep reading to find out more about it.

How to Replace the Tile Mate or Tile Pro Battery

Unlike the Tile Slime, the team has finally listened to the cries of their customers in getting a replaceable battery. This has become exciting news for people. There would be no need to get a new Tile after a whole year. You would save money and reduce the ownership of many Tile tags.

If you need to replace the battery on your Tile, it’s incredibly easy. Here’s how to do it according to the Tile company:

  • Open the battery by applying pressure and sliding the door off.Remove the battery carefully by using a paper click or a pin Insert the new battery by hand, ensuring it’s placed properly. The positive icon (+) must be facing upwards.Close the back by sliding the door the opposite direction. Make sure to insert everything correctly for it would not function if it isn’t placed well.

Once you have completed these steps, you can test your Tile. The battery would be active for another year and you won’t need to worry about finding your valuables.

What Is the Best Battery to Buy for My Tile?

Otherwise these batteries are convenient for your Tile:

  • Duracell – 2032 3V Lithium BatteryLiCB CR2032 3V Lithium BatteryEnergizer CR2032 Batteries

When buying the battery, try getting the ones that have 5 or 10 in a pack. That way, you have gotten enough for each year and would save a lot. If you get a different battery than recommended, the battery might not vary.

Why Is My Tile Not Working After I Replaced the Battery?

If your Tile Pro or Tile Mate isn’t connecting, there is no need to panic. You could simply fix it with the few steps below.

Check If Your Tile Is Not Connected

Follow these steps to check if your Tie isn’t connected:

  • Open the Tile appClick on your Pro card and if the “Find” button is green and visible.If not, rest the card by holding down the center button for 10 secondsIf the reset was a success the “Find” button would be green and visible. This process takes up to 30 to 60 seconds to reconnect.

Now, let’s look at the activation date.

Check the Activation Date of Your Tile

Check Tile activation date by following these steps:

  • Open the Tile appClick on your Pro cardSelect  more Options on MenuScroll down, and you would see the date and time your Tile was activated

If your Tile was activated over a year, follow the instructions above to replace the battery. Hold the “Tile” button for 10 seconds to reboot. This is if it does not connect after replacing the battery.

For more information on How to connect your Tile to your devices, click here. 

How Do I Know My Tile Battery Is Low?

Tile lifespan is for 12 months and after that 12 months it’s time to replace the battery or get a new one. But, how would you know the battery is low? Would it stop working automatically?

When your Tile app sees your device has been activated for over 1 year, it notifies you every couple of weeks. Although the Tile would still function. Eventually the app would notify you that your tile signal will be insufficient within the next 10 days. This is a reminder for users to change or buy a new one.

What to Do With My Old Battery?

You have replaced your battery and you have no idea on how to get rid of your old battery. Well, eliminating your excess waste and keeping batteries out of landfills by recycling your outdated item in an e-waste center is the best way to get rid of your battery.

The Tile app made it easier for users to dispose of their batteries in a nearby e-recycling center.

Here are the steps to finding you nearby waste e-recycling center:

  • Open your Tile app, click the Settings icon.Scroll down, click on “Tiles” and under it, click on Recycle Tiles.You’ll see a list of convenient recycling centers near you.Click on location and your map will show you possible routes to the destination.

Tile is a brilliant device that is worth the purchase. It does what it’s supposed to do- help to find lost items quicker than you would have done without it. Although some might not like the fact that you’ll have to buy a new one or replace a battery every year. But when it helps to find your wallet on a day you’re running late, it is something that can be overlooked.

Conclusion

Now you know whether or not you can charge your Tile Mate, and when or how you can change the battery.