# Tips, Tech & Gear **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=15 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 16 --- ## [Bionic Wookie - Anubis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bionic-wookie-anubis/11443)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2022, 10:13am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bionic-wookie-anubis/11443 "2022-10-25T10:13:25Z")
Interesting tech doing some interesting thing with discarded G6 batteries. --- ## [Anyone uploading Tandem to Tidepool? Basal graph question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-uploading-tandem-to-tidepool-basal-graph-question/13265)
**Author:** [@Freya](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Freya)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2022, 9:21am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-uploading-tandem-to-tidepool-basal-graph-question/13265 "2022-10-20T09:21:39Z")
Hi All, My first post :slight\_smile: I can upload with no problems, however, I’m getting large gaps in my basal graph. Even the dotted line is missing. Does anyone know why? Also, just after midnight there is a grey in… --- ## [Dexcom trace from midnight to 6AM day 9](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-trace-from-midnight-to-6am-day-9/13232)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2022, 3:19am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-trace-from-midnight-to-6am-day-9/13232 "2022-10-18T03:19:54Z")
I don’t know why this happens usually begins on day 7 or 8 getting steadily worse. It is always the same thing, a reading that is correct suddenly drops over 15 minutes to low or urgent low causing an alarm. When it happ… --- ## [Infusion Set Cannula Length](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/infusion-set-cannula-length/8786)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2022, 3:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/infusion-set-cannula-length/8786 "2022-10-17T15:38:51Z")
Some extremely smart person on this forum must know how to select the best cannula length. Sets come in 6mm, 9mm, 13mm, 17 mm, etc. Why would a person prefer a shorter vs longer cannula length? Thanks in advance for s… --- ## [Can you reorder just a G6 transmitter?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-you-reorder-just-a-g6-transmitter/13253)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2022, 7:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-you-reorder-just-a-g6-transmitter/13253 "2022-10-16T19:03:55Z")
Like some I restart many of my G6 sensors. This has led to an accumulation of sensors. I just got my most recent Dexcom delivery from Advanced Diabetes Supply. Apparently it’s an automatic reorder every 90 days. Does any… --- ## [Electrosurgery wearing Omnipod/Dexcom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/electrosurgery-wearing-omnipod-dexcom/13219)
**Author:** [@Lisa](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Lisa)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2022, 5:39pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/electrosurgery-wearing-omnipod-dexcom/13219 "2022-10-06T17:39:56Z")
Hi All. It’s been a long while since I have posted on this site. I figured that you guys would be a group with a lot of experience and might know the answer to my question. I am having electrosurgery next month to remov… --- ## [Standalone smartwatch + Tandem t:slim x2 + G6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/standalone-smartwatch-tandem-t-slim-x2-g6/13191)
**Author:** [@keuspastis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/keuspastis)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2022, 6:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/standalone-smartwatch-tandem-t-slim-x2-g6/13191 "2022-10-02T18:33:37Z")
Hi there, I am trying to help my GF. We moved to France where she got a new pump with Control IQ, the problem is that here they use mg/dL and not what she’s used mmol/dL. I would like to find a standalone watch if poss… --- ## [Small vials](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/small-vials/12865)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2022, 6:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/small-vials/12865 "2022-09-26T18:37:16Z")
I found these and thought they could be useful. These are sterile vials, and they are very small compared to a normal vial. They hold 2ml (200 units). Could be useful for when you are going somewhere. Traveling, or even… --- ## [Service converting G6 transmitter to restart with user-replaceable battery](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/service-converting-g6-transmitter-to-restart-with-user-replaceable-battery/11187)
**Author:** [@bkh](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bkh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2022, 5:06am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/service-converting-g6-transmitter-to-restart-with-user-replaceable-battery/11187 "2022-09-26T05:06:35Z")
I saw an article suggesting that there are folks who modify the 8Hxxxx and newer transmitters, giving them user-replaceable batteries, and enabling them to again send raw data for xdrip+, and enabling them to run extend… --- ## [NS Client App Problem](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ns-client-app-problem/13170)
**Author:** [@macjoel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/macjoel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2022, 4:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ns-client-app-problem/13170 "2022-09-25T16:11:50Z")
I’m having issues with the NS client app. I keep getting a notification that no profile is set. I’m not trying to use APS, I just want to use it as an android app version of the nightscout webpage. Attaching screenshots … --- ## [Eating out hack](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/eating-out-hack/13173)
**Author:** [@macjoel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/macjoel)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2022, 3:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/eating-out-hack/13173 "2022-09-25T15:40:47Z")
I don’t know if anyone else has done this but Diastix/Keto Diastix can be used to test drinks to see whether they are sugar free or regular. If the drink has sugar in it the glucose area on the strip will change color. … --- ## [App that syncs nutrition info into nightscout automatically](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/app-that-syncs-nutrition-info-into-nightscout-automatically/13172)
**Author:** [@macjoel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/macjoel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2022, 6:48am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/app-that-syncs-nutrition-info-into-nightscout-automatically/13172 "2022-09-22T06:48:53Z")
I’m looking for an android app that can sync nutrition info into nightscout. Bonus points if it can sync with other fitness apps and has a barcode scanner! --- ## [Xdrip Error](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-error/13167)
**Author:** [@macjoel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/macjoel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2022, 6:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-error/13167 "2022-09-21T18:21:07Z")
I am getting an error that says “Sensor data fails sanity test - Cannot Calibrate! raw:-0.1279” when calibrating in xdrip. It also gives an error about backfill out of order. I’m attaching a screenshot. If anyone can … --- ## [Tandem t:slim Clip](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-t-slim-clip/13148)
**Author:** [@beans\_betes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/beans_betes)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 3:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-t-slim-clip/13148 "2022-09-17T15:13:52Z")
I am sick of my pump falling off my pants often, and I’m not willing to wear the SPI belt for anything more than exercise. Looking at Type 1 Tactical holders, and trying to decide between the Horizontal Clip or the 1.5" … --- ## [Current thinking on acetaminophen?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/current-thinking-on-acetaminophen/12548)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2022, 2:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/current-thinking-on-acetaminophen/12548 "2022-09-16T14:25:26Z")
What’s the current thinking on whether acetaminophen influences the G6 or not, and therefore if it should be avoided? --- ## [Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 as collector using Dexcom G6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsung-galaxy-watch-4-as-collector-using-dexcom-g6/13138)
**Author:** [@Olorin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Olorin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2022, 4:26am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsung-galaxy-watch-4-as-collector-using-dexcom-g6/13138 "2022-09-16T04:26:56Z")
My 6 year old son recently got diagnosed with T1D. He’s to small for and refuses to walk around with a smart phone. It was disheartening to learn that Dexcom doesnt support direct communication with todays smart watches … --- ## [Need dexcom apk](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/need-dexcom-apk/13145)
**Author:** [@Diabetesguy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Diabetesguy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2022, 8:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/need-dexcom-apk/13145 "2022-09-15T20:55:18Z")
I need an android apk for a Galaxy s4 phone. It’s a really old phone but I can’t get a new one right now. Every apk package gives me a “parcel package error”. If anyone can help or just send me a link that would be aweso… --- ## [Dexcom,Yuk and Double Yuk](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-yuk-and-double-yuk/13122)
**Author:** [@Marie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Marie)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 3:13am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-yuk-and-double-yuk/13122 "2022-09-12T03:13:34Z")
Now I am just livid with Dexcom. My iphone 13 pro with the latest ios is not supported. It sometimes didn’t alert, so I went ahead and updated it with the latest Dexcom ap version. But with the latest update they have so… --- ## [Talk me out of going back from Om5 to loop dash….or not](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/talk-me-out-of-going-back-from-om5-to-loop-dash-or-not/13046)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 2:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/talk-me-out-of-going-back-from-om5-to-loop-dash-or-not/13046 "2022-09-10T14:55:30Z")
Having all kinds of problems with Omnipod 5 and seriously thinking of going back to Loop Dash dev branch. Let’s discuss here. --- ## [Looping with Dana pumps - experiences?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-with-dana-pumps-experiences/13123)
**Author:** [@bryan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bryan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2022, 5:41pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-with-dana-pumps-experiences/13123 "2022-09-08T17:41:48Z")
Hi, I thinking of trying looping and the Dana I pump looks like a good fit for me, as I already get Libre on prescription, I understand it works with Libre OK and I use Android phones. I’d be very interested in anyone’s… --- ## [Medicare for Omnipod](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medicare-for-omnipod/12137)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 6:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medicare-for-omnipod/12137 "2022-09-03T06:40:59Z")
I am searching out Medicare coverage to start in January. So far I believe I have found a Medigap supplemental plan that will hopefully be OK for me. But deciding on a Part D prescription drug plan has stalled out due to… --- ## [Poor response to insulin from pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/poor-response-to-insulin-from-pump/13093)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2022, 6:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/poor-response-to-insulin-from-pump/13093 "2022-08-31T18:25:56Z")
I change my infusion sites every 3 some times 4 days. This has worked well in the 8 months of using a pump. Yesterday was day 2. Everything was fine until a couple of hours after lunch. BG was rising and not responding w… --- ## [Omnipod 5 review from Integrated Diabetes Services](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-review-from-integrated-diabetes-services/13088)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2022, 3:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-review-from-integrated-diabetes-services/13088 "2022-08-30T15:25:36Z")
--- ## [Trying to write a small Android app for personal use](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trying-to-write-a-small-android-app-for-personal-use/12846)
**Author:** [@KJH1964](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/KJH1964)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2022, 5:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trying-to-write-a-small-android-app-for-personal-use/12846 "2022-08-28T17:20:30Z")
Hi, I’ve got a small app I wrote some time ago that I use to help me remember what I ate and how much Fiasp worked. Historically I’ve downloaded the data from my FreeStyle meter to my PC and then emailed it to my phone … --- ## [Dexcom g6 and smart watch configuration](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-and-smart-watch-configuration/13060)
**Author:** [@HeatherR](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/HeatherR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2022, 1:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-and-smart-watch-configuration/13060 "2022-08-23T13:08:16Z")
Hi I recenly bought an amazefit for my son to use as a smart watch for his dexcom phone information as i thought it connected straight away - but it doesnt. So i then bought a Samsung Galaxy watch to match the phone but … --- ## [Quick Loop question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/quick-loop-question/13038)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2022, 2:14pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/quick-loop-question/13038 "2022-08-16T14:14:03Z")
Is there any issue running Loop on your iPhone when it is set to low battery mode? Would that cause any problems? Thanks! --- ## [Alicia Downs RN, BSN, CDE’s review of Tandem’s C-IQ](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/alicia-downs-rn-bsn-cde-s-review-of-tandem-s-c-iq/13043)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2022, 1:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/alicia-downs-rn-bsn-cde-s-review-of-tandem-s-c-iq/13043 "2022-08-16T13:15:01Z")
I was really looking for an explanation of how IOB displayed relates to the varying basal rates in C-IQ. This review doesn’t quite answer my questions, but is interesting. What got me thinking about this was @HippieNer… --- ## [Contour glucose meters](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/contour-glucose-meters/13012)
**Author:** [@Andante](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Andante)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2022, 2:55am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/contour-glucose-meters/13012 "2022-08-16T02:55:54Z")
I’ve been using the Contour EZ meter for a while, and am curious about both the Contour and the Contour One. Two questions: (1) Shall I assume that all three have exactly the same interface? (2) Can anyone give me jus… --- ## [Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, xdrip, and FSL2 for a tech noob](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsung-galaxy-watch-4-xdrip-and-fsl2-for-a-tech-noob/13014)
**Author:** [@Valaa](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Valaa)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2022, 12:07pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsung-galaxy-watch-4-xdrip-and-fsl2-for-a-tech-noob/13014 "2022-08-10T12:07:34Z")
Hi Everyone I really need some help settings up my watch and/or S22 with xdrip and I’m really no good with technology like this. I’ve read some other posts here that led me to xdrip being a solution to getting better in… --- ## [Surplus Dash pods](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/surplus-dash-pods/13001)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2022, 3:07am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/surplus-dash-pods/13001 "2022-08-09T03:07:01Z")
I had about 40 surplus Omnipod dash pods I gave away to somebody who needs them. They are getting ready to start expiring and I am fully transitioned to Omnipod 5 so I have no use for them. Sorry if I violated any terms … [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=14) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=16)