# Tips, Tech & Gear **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=10 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 11 --- ## [G7 & Libre 2 plus AID pumps approved FDA](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-libre-2-plus-aid-pumps-approved-fda/14358)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 9:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-libre-2-plus-aid-pumps-approved-fda/14358 "2024-03-07T21:54:15Z")
From: Tandem t:slim X2 users in the US can now use either the Dexcom G7 or FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to manage their diabetes as part of their automated insulin delivery (AID) systems? So… --- ## [Mobi vs Omnipod 5 on Medicare](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mobi-vs-omnipod-5-on-medicare/14479)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 8:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mobi-vs-omnipod-5-on-medicare/14479 "2024-03-06T20:43:40Z")
I’ve been using Omnipod 5 for a while and am now considering a switch to Tandem Mobi. Overall I am still pretty happy with the Om5. I have it working for me, my most recent A1c was 6.0 which is right where I feel like I … --- ## [G7 insertion cap STL](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-insertion-cap-stl/14440)
**Author:** [@Karl.n](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Karl.n)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2024, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-insertion-cap-stl/14440 "2024-03-04T14:36:25Z")
One of the things that drives me nuts about the G7 is it requires extra pressure during application to engage the “sleeve interlock” (whatever its really called). For me, this causes the needle to go in too aggressively… --- ## [Inexpensive watch?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/inexpensive-watch/14461)
**Author:** [@SteveMann](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SteveMann)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2024, 11:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/inexpensive-watch/14461 "2024-03-03T23:53:39Z")
My TicWatch bricked again, this time it looks like for good. Does anyone know of an inexpensive watch that I can get my Dexcom G6 reading on? I don’t want to spend another $400 on another smartwatch. WAY too many cate… --- ## [Strategies for preventing the endless low roller coaster at night? (Tslim with ControlIQ)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/strategies-for-preventing-the-endless-low-roller-coaster-at-night-tslim-with-controliq/14459)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 2:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/strategies-for-preventing-the-endless-low-roller-coaster-at-night-tslim-with-controliq/14459 "2024-03-02T14:06:29Z")
Yesterday was one of those days. They don’t happen often any more but when they do they are a nightmare. Our son was going low all evening, eating food without boluses. He ate about 75 g of carbs with no rise. Eventuall… --- ## [Sinocare CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sinocare-cgm/14325)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2024, 4:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sinocare-cgm/14325 "2024-02-20T16:49:56Z")
First I ever heard about this company “Sinocare” was when I took a call requesting patients for a two week clinical study of their True Vie I3 CGM system. The web site makes the Sinocare CGM sound pretty good! I went ahe… --- ## [Compression Low on Dexcom G6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/compression-low-on-dexcom-g6/10966)
**Author:** [@TomH](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TomH)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2024, 11:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/compression-low-on-dexcom-g6/10966 "2024-02-17T23:21:47Z")
A big thank you to the folks here on FUD! I woke up at 2:19AM last night to an angry phone alarm saying I was headed to an urgent low! It was the first time in three months of wearing a Dexcom G6. Though a little a gro… --- ## [Qualifying for a pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/qualifying-for-a-pump/14423)
**Author:** [@DavidAZ](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/DavidAZ)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2024, 9:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/qualifying-for-a-pump/14423 "2024-02-14T21:37:34Z")
I have been Type 2 for 15 years and using MDI. I have attempted to get a pump via Medicare Advantage. Tandem requires that I have a c-peptide of 5.5 or lower and a fasting \< 250. My c-peptide is 6.2 and until now I never… --- ## [1st faulty set for me](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1st-faulty-set-for-me/14412)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2024, 5:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1st-faulty-set-for-me/14412 "2024-02-12T17:35:55Z")
Yesterday I unwounded the tubing on an XC set. The tubing just came loose from the set. Anyone ever have the same happen? Should I report it to Tandem? --- ## [API \_Secret Failed Authentication](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/api-secret-failed-authentication/14409)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2024, 3:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/api-secret-failed-authentication/14409 "2024-02-08T15:04:58Z")
Has anyone experienced receiving messages in NS of unsuccessful API\_Secret authentication requests, when it was NOT you that caused the error? I received the message a few minutes ago. Wasn’t me. I have set the school… --- ## [Loop - a disturbing thing I saw today](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-a-disturbing-thing-i-saw-today/13939)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2024, 9:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-a-disturbing-thing-i-saw-today/13939 "2024-02-07T21:33:22Z")
Hello my FUD Loop people. I apologize for missing many of you, but I am tagging a few that I know for sure are using Loop. @TomH @ClaudnDaye @Trying @bkh Please feel free to add others who are currently using Loop… … --- ## [Why A1c can be different from eA1c and GMI](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-a1c-can-be-different-from-ea1c-and-gmi/6491)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 2:18am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-a1c-can-be-different-from-ea1c-and-gmi/6491 "2024-02-03T02:18:42Z")
A couple things here (if you are talking about looking at your average BG on your meter). On your meter, a low BG will average out a high BG. That is reflected on the number it shows on your meter. A 40, 40, and 200 av… --- ## [Homemade glucose gel or tablets](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/homemade-glucose-gel-or-tablets/1664)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 12:42am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/homemade-glucose-gel-or-tablets/1664 "2024-02-02T00:42:34Z")
The Dex4 tablets and gels are super expensive. We don’t have any cheap versions in Canada. I was in the US a few weeks ago and picked up some of the Walgreens ones, but they didn’t seem any cheaper and I was disappointed… --- ## [Omnipod 5 Reverse Correction](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-reverse-correction/14192)
**Author:** [@Josie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Josie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2024, 9:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-reverse-correction/14192 "2024-01-30T21:45:08Z")
I have reverse correction turned off for Omnipod 5 but anytime I was under target the dang thing would always do a reverse correction for my meal bolus. Most of the time I would catch it and manually change it but someti… --- ## [Personal observations on various infusion set locations](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/personal-observations-on-various-infusion-set-locations/14369)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2024, 4:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/personal-observations-on-various-infusion-set-locations/14369 "2024-01-27T04:17:34Z")
I tend to avoid the front of my abdomen because of nearly invisible surgical scars. I use a pattern on the top of thighs to the sides. On occasion I will use the love handles. The last 2 sets were in my upper arm. I wil… --- ## [Yay! I got G7 added to my Loop build!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/yay-i-got-g7-added-to-my-loop-build/14373)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2024, 3:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/yay-i-got-g7-added-to-my-loop-build/14373 "2024-01-27T03:39:59Z")
One of the things I have learned is that you have to always be thinking ahead. I know at some point, Dexcom will stop making the G6 and I will be forced to use the G7. And yes, the G7 has already been added to the avail… --- ## [Question for O5 users](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/question-for-o5-users/14381)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2024, 5:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/question-for-o5-users/14381 "2024-01-25T17:54:09Z")
I assume there is some way of entering a carb duration, is that right? If so, what is the longest carb duration you can enter? I am asking because suppose someone is sick and they need more insulin. It takes the O5 seve… --- ## [Samsung watch 6 as standalone for dexcom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsung-watch-6-as-standalone-for-dexcom/14376)
**Author:** [@Kiversen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Kiversen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2024, 7:58am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsung-watch-6-as-standalone-for-dexcom/14376 "2024-01-25T07:58:26Z")
Hi, I’m New to this forum and can’t find a solution for samsung watch 6 as a standalone for dexcom 6. Is it possible of I have esim in the watch? Which app should I use to get it work. I have tried xdrip+, but can only … --- ## [Omnipod 5 iPhone app FDA approved!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-iphone-app-fda-approved/14209)
**Author:** [@Josie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Josie)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2024, 1:05am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-iphone-app-fda-approved/14209 "2024-01-19T01:05:05Z")
I was super excited until I saw 2024. I was just thinking last night that my fanny pack would be so much lighter without that dang controller on long walks. Oh well - something to look forward to., --- ## [Looping with MM 780g on Android](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-with-mm-780g-on-android/14362)
**Author:** [@Mikey417](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mikey417)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2024, 3:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-with-mm-780g-on-android/14362 "2024-01-14T15:25:31Z")
Is anyone looping with the MM780g on an Android phone? Is it possible to loop with the MM 780g? The Tidepool site only states that MM has partnered with them, but this was some time ago. I just upgraded to the 780g, but… --- ## [CGM Clock/Sugar Pixel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-clock-sugar-pixel/14363)
**Author:** [@Mikey417](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mikey417)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2024, 2:55am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-clock-sugar-pixel/14363 "2024-01-14T02:55:21Z")
I saw a vlog with device in the background showing the posters CGM on the desktop. The device is called Sugar Pixel, and can post the CGM data of one or two people. It has a puck that can sit under your pillow and vibrat… --- ## [Tandem Exercise Mode?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-exercise-mode/14360)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2024, 6:09am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-exercise-mode/14360 "2024-01-13T06:09:14Z")
Exercise mode doesn’t work for me, I only use scheduled bedtime sleep mode and regular. Twice since using this pump it has gone into exercise mode. I don’t know how long it was before I noticed it this time, but it cause… --- ## [Insulet recall](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulet-recall/13329)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2024, 2:02pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulet-recall/13329 "2024-01-10T14:02:05Z")
I’m sure those that need to know already do, but just in case… https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/insulet-recalls-omnipod-dash-insulin-management-systems-personal-diabetes-manager-pdm-risk-batter… --- ## [Is anyone Looping with the G7?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-anyone-looping-with-the-g7/14359)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2024, 11:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-anyone-looping-with-the-g7/14359 "2024-01-10T23:57:37Z")
If so, please reply. I have some questions about how that is setup. Thanks! --- ## [Basal profiles in Loop](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/basal-profiles-in-loop/13998)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2024, 12:42am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/basal-profiles-in-loop/13998 "2024-01-08T00:42:34Z")
Is there an easier way to manage basal profiles in Loop? Every once-in-a-while I need to use a different basal profile. Loop only lets me have 1 basal profile. Not sure if there is a better way of doing this, like if yo… --- ## [Omnipod 5 time settings](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-time-settings/14345)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2024, 12:12am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-time-settings/14345 "2024-01-08T00:12:18Z")
Heads up !! The Omnipod 5 pdm has some oddball ways of telling time… Sad but true…the same time zone setting provides two different times. I suspect this bug appeared with the recent software update (I started this p… --- ## [Getting a Macbook for building Loop](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/getting-a-macbook-for-building-loop/14163)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2024, 7:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/getting-a-macbook-for-building-loop/14163 "2024-01-07T19:54:22Z")
I no longer have the Mac that I was using to build Loop, so I am getting another one. I found a used one on eBay that was pretty cheap. Anything special I need to know? I assume I can just download Xcode and then put m… --- ## [Dash PDM battery life](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dash-pdm-battery-life/14230)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2024, 11:28pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dash-pdm-battery-life/14230 "2024-01-06T23:28:19Z")
Twice now the battery of the Dash PDM has dropped from a healthy charge to 0-1% in a very short time. Yesterday it was at 74% when I went to do some errands. Four hours later it was completely drained. :angry: Is anyone… --- ## [Suggestions for itchy pods?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/suggestions-for-itchy-pods/13434)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2024, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/suggestions-for-itchy-pods/13434 "2024-01-06T22:34:31Z")
I know there are a bunch of different things people have used/tried/suggested. I am not sure what they all are. I have recently tried Cavilon spray. Somewhat underwhelming. It helps a little bit, but not much. Many pod… --- ## [Glooko support for nightscount?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/glooko-support-for-nightscount/13052)
**Author:** [@jbowler](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jbowler)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2024, 10:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/glooko-support-for-nightscount/13052 "2024-01-05T10:03:55Z")
Today I got my first appointment with my new endo after over a year trying to get an endo to take me. The endo wouldn’t. The reason? I didn’t have Glooko connectivity; my Omnipod data isn’t downloaded to Glooko and Gl… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=9) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=11)