HT202183 My power button on 6th gen nano stopped working.

hello everybody.
the power button on my 6th gen nano stopped working. everything else is ok but won't switch on unless plugged in to power. then its fine.
I think the power button is broken/stuck.
Anybody else have this problem?
If so how did you fix it/ how much did it cost to fix?

Take the iPod Nano into an Apple Store. After the folks there examine it, they will quote you an estimate. Or you can call them and ask.

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