Thanks. I have the same problem. Why Why doesn't Apple sell the replacement part. I hope Apple uses some sort of social media manager and finds all the complaints about this. Maybe if I add some words to get their attention Apple, NOT Happy with product, keyboard for my iPad, Update: Thanks Thomas. Took your advice about the hex screw but actually was able to get something better. I went to ACE hardware store and was able to get a small screw within a screw that works GREAT and doesn't stick out. See pictures here http://twitpic.com/76hbt2 and http://twitpic.com/76hayh. Small screw placed inward provides contact to battery.