# Tips, Tech & Gear **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=24 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 25 --- ## [Changing my lancet with Daylight Savings Time](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-my-lancet-with-daylight-savings-time/10439)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2020, 12:13am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-my-lancet-with-daylight-savings-time/10439 "2020-11-22T00:13:06Z")
Thanks for the reminder @CatLady! I’m going to change my lancet too since I’m changing everything else. 🥸🤣 --- ## [Getting around a confused calibration 2 error?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/getting-around-a-confused-calibration-2-error/8405)
**Author:** [@Pastadude](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pastadude)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2020, 7:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/getting-around-a-confused-calibration-2-error/8405 "2020-11-16T19:38:33Z")
Hey everyone, been a while! I’m glad to see the samsung workaround is still helping people out :slight\_smile: I’ve come across a new issue (a few times now), and for the life of me, I can’t figure out what it really mea… --- ## [I have all the tech, now what do I do with it?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-have-all-the-tech-now-what-do-i-do-with-it/10477)
**Author:** [@SBee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SBee)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2020, 11:58pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-have-all-the-tech-now-what-do-i-do-with-it/10477 "2020-11-15T23:58:43Z")
Thanks to all who gave me advice on where to look for info and suggestions of smartwatches etc. Especially @RogerType1. Great advice! I have set up xdrip and nightscout as followers of dexcom g5, and I have ordered a sm… --- ## [Dexcom acknowledges dexcom follow down for some](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-acknowledges-dexcom-follow-down-for-some/10438)
**Author:** [@EdD](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/EdD)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2020, 9:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-acknowledges-dexcom-follow-down-for-some/10438 "2020-11-07T21:29:19Z")
Been down for a while. Dexcom acknowledges --- ## [New CGM announced: SugarBeat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-cgm-announced-sugarbeat/4971)
**Author:** [@ckat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ckat)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2020, 1:04am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-cgm-announced-sugarbeat/4971 "2020-11-07T01:04:50Z")
--- ## [New phone suggestion... 4 days battery runtime](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-phone-suggestion-4-days-battery-runtime/9803)
**Author:** [@rkw](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/rkw)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2020, 10:31am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-phone-suggestion-4-days-battery-runtime/9803 "2020-11-05T10:31:08Z")
Had to break down and buy a new phone, always a traumatic event once you realize the amount of work needing done after restoration of apps & data from backups…but I digress. I grabbed a new Motorola G Power…it has a 500… --- ## [Tandem & Dexcom Integration Question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-dexcom-integration-question/10421)
**Author:** [@eilatan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/eilatan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2020, 1:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-dexcom-integration-question/10421 "2020-11-03T01:40:33Z")
I’ve started the process for getting a Tandem t:slim X2 and I’m really excited about it. But one thing I’m curious about and which I’m not seeing any information about is whether or not the pump or the t:connect software… --- ## [Omnipod FREE trial for Dexcom users](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-free-trial-for-dexcom-users/10412)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2020, 3:32pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-free-trial-for-dexcom-users/10412 "2020-10-31T15:32:35Z")
Did any else get the Omnipod 30 say trial offer from Dexcom? "If you have been looking for ways to simplify your insulin delivery method, consider using the Omnipod DASH System! Working alongside† Dexcom G6, Omnipod ca… --- ## [Huwawei Watch 2 for sale](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/huwawei-watch-2-for-sale/10413)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2020, 5:07am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/huwawei-watch-2-for-sale/10413 "2020-10-30T05:07:40Z")
Have an orgiginal Huwawei Watch 2 (not GT2) for sale with charger and wall wart if you need it. Price negotiable. Definitely some wear and tear but still works great and works WONDERFULLY for looping. Just upgraded to an… --- ## [Cgm newbie question!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-newbie-question/10393)
**Author:** [@SBee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SBee)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2020, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-newbie-question/10393 "2020-10-29T20:09:31Z")
Hi everyone, This is my first post, so thanks in advance!! I’m a 44 yr old T1D. Yesterday, I got my first cgm. Dexcom g5. I don’t have a receiver and only use my phone (at this starting point anyway), and am already r… --- ## [Shelf-Stable Glucagon Approved](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/shelf-stable-glucagon-approved/8292)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2020, 1:52am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/shelf-stable-glucagon-approved/8292 "2020-10-28T01:52:19Z")
It’s here seems. Although it’s not for mini-dosing yet. https://beyondtype1.org/gvoke-hypopen-fda-approval/ --- ## [Ugh! I didn't realize how much I relied on my CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ugh-i-didnt-realize-how-much-i-relied-on-my-cgm/10383)
**Author:** [@HippieNerdBabe](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/HippieNerdBabe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2020, 12:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ugh-i-didnt-realize-how-much-i-relied-on-my-cgm/10383 "2020-10-25T00:03:34Z")
I use a Dexcom G6 and the transmitter died yesterday after 37 days. I was on hold with Dexcom for about 25 minutes and then they told me that the replacement one would arrive within 4-6 business days. I told them that … --- ## [Looping and Apple Watch 6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-and-apple-watch-6/10396)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2020, 11:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-and-apple-watch-6/10396 "2020-10-24T23:00:22Z")
Apple has the Watch 6 40mm on sale for $374.98 today here so I bit the bullet and bought it. For those of you loopers out there, what do I need to learn / know to to get it working on Monday when it arrives? I hear Loo… --- ## [Greetings to all and a smartwatch question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/greetings-to-all-and-a-smartwatch-question/10366)
**Author:** [@JakubC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JakubC)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2020, 12:41am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/greetings-to-all-and-a-smartwatch-question/10366 "2020-10-24T00:41:18Z")
Hey guys. First of all a little intro. 44 yo t1 diabetic. Got diagnosed in 2012. I am on on iPod and cgm as well. Love those toys! Now, a question that’s been probably asked a lot… I am looking to buy a smartwatch and h… --- ## [Omnipod post 72 hours?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-post-72-hours/10367)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 8:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-post-72-hours/10367 "2020-10-19T20:29:27Z")
Accidentally put Samson’s medtronic pump in the wash, so we’re using Omnipod for now while we dry it out in a bag of rice. We’re supposed to approach 72 hours when he’s at his learning pod. So my question is, if we go p… --- ## [Dexcom G6 - restarting a sensor problem w/ 8Kxxxxxx transmitter](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-restarting-a-sensor-problem-w-8kxxxxxx-transmitter/10364)
**Author:** [@RT63](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/RT63)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 6:59am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-restarting-a-sensor-problem-w-8kxxxxxx-transmitter/10364 "2020-10-18T06:59:43Z")
I’m having problems restarting a Dexcom G6 Sensor. In the past, I’ve been quite successful with the remove transmitter, and start a new session with an existing sensor method to extend the use of a sensor. However, thi… --- ## [Reminder for those Omniloopers out there](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/reminder-for-those-omniloopers-out-there/10352)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2020, 9:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/reminder-for-those-omniloopers-out-there/10352 "2020-10-15T21:16:15Z")
We’re fast coming upon the deadline for the conversion (I think it’s the first part of Nov) from mLab to Atlas for the backend Database for NS users. Not doing the conversion will result in your NS no longer working. m… --- ## [Can’t log into Dexcom while using Heroku and Nightscout - Possible Solution Provided](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-t-log-into-dexcom-while-using-heroku-and-nightscout-possible-solution-provided/10159)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2020, 7:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-t-log-into-dexcom-while-using-heroku-and-nightscout-possible-solution-provided/10159 "2020-10-15T19:08:21Z")
After the hassles I had today with getting a Transmitter/Sensor to work, I was finally able to reset the last transmitter and its working now. The problem I’m having now…and I’ve never had this issue before, is that I c… --- ## [Omnipod gone rogue](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-gone-rogue/10323)
**Author:** [@katiereeder](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/katiereeder)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2020, 10:30pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-gone-rogue/10323 "2020-10-13T22:30:56Z")
Ok so this is interesting. After 5 years with my son on omnipod we know about failures, but last week we had a bizarre incident I’ll call an “anti-failure”. His PDM did that rare and wierd thing where it goes completel… --- ## [Libre 14-day problems](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/libre-14-day-problems/10340)
**Author:** [@Jubilee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jubilee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 8:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/libre-14-day-problems/10340 "2020-10-12T20:51:28Z")
I’ve had all sorts of problems with this product, from “early dysfunctioning” (requiring me to terminate the sensor after 8-12 days), to vast number differences of nearly 100 between sensor and meters, but this one is ne… --- ## [Zilretta: slow release steroid has less effect on BG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/zilretta-slow-release-steroid-has-less-effect-on-bg/10285)
**Author:** [@drpepper68](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/drpepper68)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2020, 7:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/zilretta-slow-release-steroid-has-less-effect-on-bg/10285 "2020-10-09T19:33:39Z")
Just wanted to mention this even though it’s a older thread… I just had a cortisol shot for tendinitis and they have a slow release cortisol now and the blood sugar spike wasn’t near as bad and only lasted for a day for … --- ## [Bought an iPhone 11 Pro not realizing the 12 is coming out soon! Doh](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bought-an-iphone-11-pro-not-realizing-the-12-is-coming-out-soon-doh/10327)
**Author:** [@drpepper68](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/drpepper68)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2020, 3:05pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bought-an-iphone-11-pro-not-realizing-the-12-is-coming-out-soon-doh/10327 "2020-10-08T15:05:37Z")
So stupid me bought the iPhone 11 Pro not knowing the 12 is coming out soon. Can’t decide to return it and wait or keep it? I am going to watch the apple event on the 13th then decide. What you all think? --- ## [Freestyle Libre 3](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-3/10297)
**Author:** [@kalle](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/kalle)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2020, 1:06am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-3/10297 "2020-10-08T01:06:09Z")
It looks like the third generation of the Libre was just approved: Now it is an actual CGM! --- ## [Funny thing happened](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/funny-thing-happened/10300)
**Author:** [@sggmom62](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/sggmom62)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 11:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/funny-thing-happened/10300 "2020-10-04T23:08:56Z")
I went to replace my sensor last month and had the strangest thing happen. The applicator would NOT release once I pushed the button and the sensor was supposedly embedded in my abdomen. So I am sitting on my bed, trying… --- ## [Freestyle Libre: going from 10 to 14-day sensors](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-going-from-10-to-14-day-sensors/5306)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2020, 2:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-going-from-10-to-14-day-sensors/5306 "2020-10-01T14:48:23Z")
My haul at the pharmacy. :laughing: Side note: looking forward to using these 14 day sensors! --- ## [Tandem Control-IQ, approved](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-control-iq-approved/8879)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 108\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2020, 10:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-control-iq-approved/8879 "2020-09-30T22:40:26Z")
The news release from the FDA https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-authorizes-first-interoperable-automated-insulin-dosing-controller-designed-allow-more-choices --- ## [Libre + Blucon/Nightrider + Pebble watch](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/libre-blucon-nightrider-pebble-watch/3381)
**Author:** [@Vic](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Vic)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2020, 3:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/libre-blucon-nightrider-pebble-watch/3381 "2020-09-30T15:29:04Z")
Hi. I’m new here on fudiabetes (just registered). I’m not a native English speaker, so excuse any mistakes. I am a Freestyle Libre user. I lately discovered the Nightrider. I would get one in March. I would like to u… --- ## [Xdrip with T:Connect app?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-with-t-connect-app/10294)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2020, 11:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-with-t-connect-app/10294 "2020-09-27T23:20:53Z")
Does anyone use the T:Connect concurrently with XDrip on the same phone? Given the transmitter BT signal from sensor \> pump/XDrip and pump \> phone/T:Connect app are different it seems possible, but is there any actual v… --- ## [Exogenous basal in honeymoon: a hypothesis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/exogenous-basal-in-honeymoon-a-hypothesis/5466)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 8:32am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/exogenous-basal-in-honeymoon-a-hypothesis/5466 "2020-09-24T08:32:31Z")
This is a hypothesis that I cannot prove but that I think may be true. Hypothesis While in honeymoon, different basal levels across a fairly broad range may be chosen and still appear to work (whereas, after honeymoon,… --- ## [Survey from Tandem](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/survey-from-tandem/10282)
**Author:** [@jim26](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jim26)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 2:14am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/survey-from-tandem/10282 "2020-09-24T02:14:00Z")
I received a survey from Tandem yesterday. A question they asked that I found interesting was ‘Would you like the ability to switch back and forth between Control IQ and Basil IQ?’ They then gave you space to explain w… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=23) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=25)