# Tips, Tech & Gear **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=14 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 15 --- ## [How can you access "profile" section in this forum?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-can-you-access-profile-section-in-this-forum/13548)
**Author:** [@bostrav59](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bostrav59)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 6:42pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-can-you-access-profile-section-in-this-forum/13548 "2023-02-05T18:42:35Z")
Continuing the discussion from New to it, just about a year in: Hi @bkh and others who might be able to help in this regard. So I have a profile on this forum that goes into detail about my diabetes history. I can’t f… --- ## [Cody Needs A New Pump - Input Desired](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cody-needs-a-new-pump-input-desired/12857)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 4:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cody-needs-a-new-pump-input-desired/12857 "2023-02-05T16:22:27Z")
Ok, keeping a short story short. Cody’s pump (out of warranty) a Tslim just ■■■■ the bed. He doesn’t care whether the new pump is tubed or not. He had pretty good results with the Tslim and it’s algorithms. He is in … --- ## [Looking to build an App - Extended Bolus Assistant](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-build-an-app-extended-bolus-assistant/13551)
**Author:** [@Al.S](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Al.S)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 6:41pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-to-build-an-app-extended-bolus-assistant/13551 "2023-02-04T18:41:43Z")
I’ve been T1D for 19y, and on a pump for over 10y, and I’ve always had challenges with fatty foods… Initially, I was taught to count Carbs + 1/2 Fats for Bolus, and do a correction about 2h after. for 1/2 Fats. Once o… --- ## [Omnipod 5, exercise mode, tunneling and/or site issues/ basal and bolus percentages screwy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-exercise-mode-tunneling-and-or-site-issues-basal-and-bolus-percentages-screwy/13536)
**Author:** [@Quadgirl](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Quadgirl)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 4:42pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-exercise-mode-tunneling-and-or-site-issues-basal-and-bolus-percentages-screwy/13536 "2023-02-04T16:42:03Z")
Hi, all! Newbie here. Getting right to it, I’ve been on the Omnipod five part for over two months now and still cannot get the basil to be correct. I need anywhere from 100 to 120 g of carbs in a day and exercise six of … --- ## [Filling pod from pens](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/filling-pod-from-pens/13545)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 1:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/filling-pod-from-pens/13545 "2023-02-04T13:46:36Z")
So I’ve got my starter kit of omnipod 5. All of my novolog is in pens and I’m reluctant to switch to vials until I’ve at least given it a trial… so I’m wondering what is the best practices to fill the pod from pens? Fi… --- ## [Safe hospitalized patient use of insulin pumps](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/safe-hospitalized-patient-use-of-insulin-pumps/13487)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2023, 12:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/safe-hospitalized-patient-use-of-insulin-pumps/13487 "2023-01-23T12:21:53Z")
I am not expecting to be hospitalized anytime soon, but it is always a possibility. I found this paper that I thought was interesting. On the use of in-hospital patients, the use of CGMs and Pumps. And https://www.di… --- ## [Came too late for me](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/came-too-late-for-me/13492)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2023, 12:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/came-too-late-for-me/13492 "2023-01-22T00:43:59Z")
I was looking at a device from Spain iirc that clipped on dumb pends to make them smart. The FDA just approved this one Mallya. I transitioned from pens to pump a year ago. --- ## [Xdrip+ signal missed](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-signal-missed/13502)
**Author:** [@Elenek](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Elenek)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2023, 6:24pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-signal-missed/13502 "2023-01-20T18:24:33Z")
Hello everyone! Yesterday I put a new sensor (FSL2) and started up by librelink. I dont rely on Librelink as I’m using patched version. Xdrip has been my go to, however I havent used it since Nov 2022. I constantly enco… --- ## [Omnipod+libre2 loop kit ? Help](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-libre2-loop-kit-help/10029)
**Author:** [@Ausy1](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Ausy1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2023, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-libre2-loop-kit-help/10029 "2023-01-19T22:34:00Z")
Hello everyone! Congrats to anyone who has built their own loop…so incredible!! Hoping someone can help steer me in the right direction here. Looking for a loop diy for omnipod which I have the pdm and have been using fo… --- ## [New skin inspection device that's better than a mirror on a stick](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-skin-inspection-device-thats-better-than-a-mirror-on-a-stick/13500)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2023, 7:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-skin-inspection-device-thats-better-than-a-mirror-on-a-stick/13500 "2023-01-19T19:09:27Z")
Full disclosure- I work with research and had a small role in getting this thing developed and translated to market, but I’m glad to see it finally available to order and shipping and think it might be able to help som… --- ## [Looking for help with GUI on FreeAPS Loop](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-for-help-with-gui-on-freeaps-loop/12999)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2023, 11:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-for-help-with-gui-on-freeaps-loop/12999 "2023-01-18T23:52:25Z")
Hi Everyone! I am using a version of the FreeAPS Loop on iPhone. I am wondering if any of the Loop gurus here can help me with something… This is a screenshot of my iPhone when I bolus. I am trying to figure out a way … --- ## [Tandem T:Slim software upgrade Dec 2022](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-t-slim-software-upgrade-dec-2022/13462)
**Author:** [@bostrav59](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bostrav59)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2023, 2:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-t-slim-software-upgrade-dec-2022/13462 "2023-01-15T14:26:51Z")
Happy New Year everyone! Right before Christmas I got a long letter from Tandem which told me about an “urgent medical device correction.” Uh oh. Software upgrade. The letter mentions all sorts of unexpected disrupt… --- ## [Alarms/ notifications on Samsung won't turn off](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/alarms-notifications-on-samsung-wont-turn-off/13467)
**Author:** [@James](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/James)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2023, 4:58am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/alarms-notifications-on-samsung-wont-turn-off/13467 "2023-01-10T04:58:33Z")
Hi folks. Good to be here. So, I’ve been a t1d since 1978. Oh yes, I’ve seen many lows and highs. No need to get philosophical. However I just started the Omni pod 5 yesterday. I realize there’s a learning curve. My main… --- ## [Loop and Apple Watch compatability](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-and-apple-watch-compatability/13450)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2023, 3:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-and-apple-watch-compatability/13450 "2023-01-06T03:43:55Z")
Does anyone know what Apple watches are compatible with Loop? I don’t need the watch to do Dexcom, or GPS, or tell me where I am, or tell me what the weather is, or how much sleep I am getting. I don’t need the watch t… --- ## [Looping help](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-help/8313)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2022, 10:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-help/8313 "2022-12-27T22:18:24Z")
I am trying to build my loop app for Omnipod. At the recent TCOYD conference, Katie DiSimone said to go ahead and use the Loop-dev branch. However, the build won’t accept the Omnipod. Here is the error message I am gett… --- ## [Dexcom G7 release?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-release/10702)
**Author:** [@Danam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Danam)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2022, 9:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-release/10702 "2022-12-25T21:00:08Z")
Does anyone know how soon it will be, before g7 is released? I’m currently still on G5 as I haven’t been able to upgrade to G6. So will probably bypass g6 and use g7 …im finding it harder to find g5 sensors otherwise I … --- ## [CGM wildly off](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-wildly-off/13316)
**Author:** [@Finn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Finn)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2022, 7:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-wildly-off/13316 "2022-12-25T19:48:53Z")
Update: After 2.5 days, the sensor finally came around and has been reading mostly within 10 mg/dL of finger pricks since then. I applied a new FreeStyle Libre sensor earlier this week and even after the first 24 hours,… --- ## [Omnipod 5 PDM bricked](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-pdm-bricked/13430)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2022, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-pdm-bricked/13430 "2022-12-24T16:47:09Z")
I am in the midst of a glitch with the Omnipod 5 PDM that bricked it so decided to post the details here…watch out, this is a PITA and I sincerely hope it does not happen to anybody else. In fact, this event (and Insulet… --- ## [670G - Pump Error](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/670g-pump-error/4614)
**Author:** [@mikev1963](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mikev1963)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2022, 10:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/670g-pump-error/4614 "2022-12-16T22:25:41Z")
Tonight my 670G pump rebooted with a PUMP ERROR 53. Has anyone else experienced this issue? Mike --- ## [The OmniPod's "reserve tank"](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-omnipods-reserve-tank/1957)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2022, 6:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-omnipods-reserve-tank/1957 "2022-12-13T18:55:08Z")
I have been tracking this down for a while. Finally got a somewhat official answer, which matches the tests and numbers I came up with on it. If you are a OmniPod user, the conclusion may possibly be of use to you at so… --- ## [HbA1c home test kit: recommendations?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hba1c-home-test-kit-recommendations/5230)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2022, 9:35am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hba1c-home-test-kit-recommendations/5230 "2022-12-13T09:35:16Z")
We are having a bit of a hard time navigating the health systems of different countries to get regular blood tests and exams. We have some friends coming and I’d like to purchase a few A1c home test kits online to have o… --- ## [I need help w/ the omnipod + dexcom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-need-help-w-the-omnipod-dexcom/13100)
**Author:** [@donnielyman](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/donnielyman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2022, 3:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-need-help-w-the-omnipod-dexcom/13100 "2022-12-02T15:21:42Z")
hi! so my phone was recently added to the list of compatible devices for the omnipod 5 app, and both my pod and dexcom needed new sites. i tried to enter my dexcom’s sn into the omnipod app and it wouldn’t let me save it… --- ## [Omnipod 5 and the Dexcom G6 not working together well](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-and-the-dexcom-g6-not-working-together-well/13359)
**Author:** [@Athen\_Vibes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Athen_Vibes)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2022, 7:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-and-the-dexcom-g6-not-working-together-well/13359 "2022-11-28T19:35:32Z")
Hi everyone, I’m new to this app but I’ve been having a lot of problems with the G7 and Omni 5! :frowning: It will just keep disconnecting me from my transmitter (on the Omnipod 5 meter) and so I won’t get any readings… --- ## [Loop and Heroku](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-and-heroku/13081)
**Author:** [@TomH](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TomH)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2022, 1:13am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-and-heroku/13081 "2022-11-27T01:13:11Z")
I’ve commented previously about building Loop and use of various programs (Heroku, MongoDB, Nightscout). All are or have had free versions for use. Apparently Heroku is stopping its long held “free” accounts in November … --- ## [Trouble with G6 and BG after surgery](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trouble-with-g6-and-bg-after-surgery/13333)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2022, 3:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trouble-with-g6-and-bg-after-surgery/13333 "2022-11-20T15:09:58Z")
T1D, G6, MDI I just got home from my 2nd hip replacement surgery. The first was exactly 8 weeks ago. I experienced elevated BG and insulin resistance after the first surgery, so was expecting it the second time. Just to… --- ## [What Diabetes app do you use?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-diabetes-app-do-you-use/13320)
**Author:** [@SBee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SBee)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2022, 1:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-diabetes-app-do-you-use/13320 "2022-11-16T13:36:12Z")
So I have just found out that the app that I’ve used as both my BSL diary and my food entries as well as a bolus calculator for the last decade, is about to become unavailable to me in Australia while the TGA (equal to t… --- ## [Dexcom/xdrip questions](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-xdrip-questions/13323)
**Author:** [@Dsg1987](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Dsg1987)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2022, 4:18am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-xdrip-questions/13323 "2022-11-16T04:18:10Z")
So to my fellow xdrip/ g6 users. I just received my 2nd transmitter. Do I switch to the new one and hold on to the old one, or ride the old one or till it dies? The reason I included xdrip is I’m looking at voltages, bot… --- ## [Tslim "all deliveries stopped" issues](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tslim-all-deliveries-stopped-issues/13116)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2022, 12:32am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tslim-all-deliveries-stopped-issues/13116 "2022-11-16T00:32:44Z")
Samson’s been on the Tslim now for more than a year, and overall it’s been good but lately we’ve been having some major issues and I’m not sure if it’s a pump issue or something else. Basically, he’ll go super high over… --- ## [Experience with Using Control IQ Sleep Mode 23.9 hours per day](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/experience-with-using-control-iq-sleep-mode-23-9-hours-per-day/9750)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2022, 5:28pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/experience-with-using-control-iq-sleep-mode-23-9-hours-per-day/9750 "2022-11-10T17:28:31Z")
So my son’s experience using sleep mode has gone really well. How does it work for you? --- ## [Looking for a new (old) Medtronic pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-for-a-new-old-medtronic-pump/13302)
**Author:** [@refields](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/refields)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2022, 8:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looking-for-a-new-old-medtronic-pump/13302 "2022-11-05T20:20:19Z")
Hello! I am new here and hope this is the right location to post a question like this. I am looking for a second hand Medtronic 722 / 715 in order to continue looping. My current pump seems like it’s about to kick the … [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=13) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=15)