# Tips, Tech & Gear **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=36 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 37 --- ## [First time I forgot to take a pod change bolus](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-time-i-forgot-to-take-a-pod-change-bolus/7340)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2019, 8:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-time-i-forgot-to-take-a-pod-change-bolus/7340 "2019-04-30T20:04:15Z")
I’ve gotten in the bad habit of listening to music way too loud while doing a pod change (typically change pods after a shower…in which I’m listening to way too loud music). I was too busy singing badly to follow proper… --- ## [xDrip+ missed reading alert](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-missed-reading-alert/7338)
**Author:** [@jbowler](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jbowler)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2019, 3:24pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-missed-reading-alert/7338 "2019-04-30T15:24:16Z")
Does anyone know how to turn down the volume of the xDrip+ missed reading alert. I have: 14fecb8-2019.01.10 \[Android: google\] Until recently the alert had a reasonable volume, now it seems to be maxed out; klaxon, nuc… --- ## [Food logging app — testers wanted!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/food-logging-app-testers-wanted/5856)
**Author:** [@masha](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/masha)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2019, 12:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/food-logging-app-testers-wanted/5856 "2019-04-29T12:18:52Z")
update Jan 16 The iPhone app is now available for beta-testing, and I really hope to find a couple volunteers here :slight\_smile: Sorry, no Android yet — but we’re on it. To get a testing invite and instructions (cause … --- ## [G5 data with no 2-hour warmup for new sensor (using Dex app on phone and Dex receiver)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g5-data-with-no-2-hour-warmup-for-new-sensor-using-dex-app-on-phone-and-dex-receiver/7320)
**Author:** [@bkh](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bkh)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 10:41pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g5-data-with-no-2-hour-warmup-for-new-sensor-using-dex-app-on-phone-and-dex-receiver/7320 "2019-04-28T22:41:06Z")
I use the Dexcom G5 with the Dexcom app on a phone. I also use the Dexcom (new-style) receiver for “microwave technique” restarts so that I continue to get CGM data during the 2-hour restart warm-up. But when I actuall… --- ## [Dexcom needs to get it together or they'll never make money again!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-needs-to-get-it-together-or-theyll-never-make-money-again/7043)
**Author:** [@Katers87](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Katers87)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 12:35am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-needs-to-get-it-together-or-theyll-never-make-money-again/7043 "2019-04-28T00:35:00Z")
Today I’ll receive my 3rd free sensor from Dexcom because they can’t seem to submit an authorization request to my insurance company. I’m just very confused by the whole situation. They appear totally willing to give me… --- ## ["Bad" G5 sensors](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bad-g5-sensors/7131)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2019, 4:28pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bad-g5-sensors/7131 "2019-04-21T16:28:39Z")
I know there are recent posts about Dexcom sensors not lasting as long. Was that in regards to the G5 or the G6? And if the G5, when was the cut-off between “good” sensors and “bad” sensors? --- ## [Insulin pump with large capacity?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-pump-with-large-capacity/7268)
**Author:** [@SteveMann](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SteveMann)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2019, 5:57am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-pump-with-large-capacity/7268 "2019-04-21T05:57:44Z")
--- ## [xDrip+ problem with new G6 transmitter and sensor - sensor stopped](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-problem-with-new-g6-transmitter-and-sensor-sensor-stopped/7243)
**Author:** [@teflonjoe](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/teflonjoe)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 9:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-problem-with-new-g6-transmitter-and-sensor-sensor-stopped/7243 "2019-04-18T21:17:19Z")
Hi all, I’ve just got xDrip+ up and running on my OnePlus 6T and I’m having some troubles. I had about three readings after I had done the initial calibration. The readings were coming through as notifications (along w… --- ## [CGM users: how often do you do a fingerstick?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-users-how-often-do-you-do-a-fingerstick/7195)
**Author:** [@Boerenkool](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Boerenkool)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 6:41pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-users-how-often-do-you-do-a-fingerstick/7195 "2019-04-18T18:41:59Z")
A question for those using a CGM or Freestyle Libre: how often do you check your BG with a fingerstick? The reason I’m asking is because here in the Netherlands, the number of test strips covered for Freestyle Libre user… --- ## [Which should I buy? (Blood Glucose Meter)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/which-should-i-buy-blood-glucose-meter/7205)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 3:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/which-should-i-buy-blood-glucose-meter/7205 "2019-04-18T15:20:44Z")
I know there have been conversations in the past about people’s preferences and we’ve never purchased a new blood glucose meter…we’ve always just used the PDM. But I have known that my insurance provides a benefit each … --- ## [Is there a way to turn individual level arms on and off in xDrip+?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-there-a-way-to-turn-individual-level-arms-on-and-off-in-xdrip/6193)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2019, 10:30pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-there-a-way-to-turn-individual-level-arms-on-and-off-in-xdrip/6193 "2019-04-15T22:30:30Z")
I don’t mean all low alerts or all high alerts at once – I mean any the individual ones that we create in the Level Alerts page. If so then ignore the following! :slight\_smile: This would be a highly useful feature if i… --- ## [Dexcom G6 with xDrip+ on Samsung A8 -- OB1 collector does not work :-(](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-with-xdrip-on-samsung-a8-ob1-collector-does-not-work/7208)
**Author:** [@emp00](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/emp00)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2019, 3:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-with-xdrip-on-samsung-a8-ob1-collector-does-not-work/7208 "2019-04-13T15:48:33Z")
Im using the G6 with xDrip+ nightly on Samsung A8 but I cannot get any readings when turning on the “OB1 collector”. It works when turning this OFF but then I need to calibrate my sensor which I want to avoid. Symptoms … --- ## [xDrip+ and re-calibration issues](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-and-re-calibration-issues/7213)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2019, 6:57am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-and-re-calibration-issues/7213 "2019-04-13T06:57:49Z")
Hi all, the calibrations I make sometimes don’t stick, which has been happening from the beginning of my xDrip+ use (a few months ago) – unfortunately I’ve always had to re-calibrate it at least once every few days (over… --- ## [Entering dosages on xDrip+ - can I find a very detailed explanation?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/entering-dosages-on-xdrip-can-i-find-a-very-detailed-explanation/7214)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2019, 5:08am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/entering-dosages-on-xdrip-can-i-find-a-very-detailed-explanation/7214 "2019-04-13T05:08:29Z")
I’m now entering insulin dosages (on doctor’s request). Is there a way to just have it be entered at whatever time I’ve selected on the main graph page? You can enter in “time” with the clock icon but it’s just a bunch o… --- ## [Changing Dexcom alarm sounds](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-dexcom-alarm-sounds/7197)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2019, 8:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-dexcom-alarm-sounds/7197 "2019-04-10T20:15:58Z")
So my Dexcom G5 app has an area where it looks like you’re supposed to be able to change the sounds for the various alarms. But I cannot get it to work. Everything just vibrates at me, even though my Dexcom notifications… --- ## [Pump placement, wardrobe & career](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-placement-wardrobe-career/7182)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2019, 11:28pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-placement-wardrobe-career/7182 "2019-04-09T23:28:56Z")
I’m butt podding today, as I often do during the work week since it’s not in the way too much for sedentary activities…and my butt podding requires loose or stretchy pants/skirts. Then I typically wear long tops and card… --- ## [V-go: New Pump worn like a patch?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/v-go-new-pump-worn-like-a-patch/3952)
**Author:** [@DaveJ](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/DaveJ)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2019, 12:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/v-go-new-pump-worn-like-a-patch/3952 "2019-01-28T12:21:52Z")
Sent away for a non functional sample to check out. https://www.go-vgo.com --- ## [Where to sell extra supplies?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/where-to-sell-extra-supplies/4752)
**Author:** [@sahmcolorado](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/sahmcolorado)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 9:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/where-to-sell-extra-supplies/4752 "2018-08-16T21:53:21Z")
I have a leftover G4/G5 sensor and some G6 Simpatch adhesive patches that don’t agree with my daughter’s skin. I had listed these for sale on a FB group, but apparently, that group just disappeared. Weird. It was pret… --- ## [Dexcom Direct to Apple Watch update 3/2019](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-direct-to-apple-watch-update-3-2019/6888)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2019, 9:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-direct-to-apple-watch-update-3-2019/6888 "2019-04-08T21:13:42Z")
This was a tidbit that was gleaned from a healthline article that @T1john posted recently. Gives some hope that this will become more than vaporware in 2019. Apple Watch Feature – Users can also add an icon to check… --- ## [Can someone summarize current pump/Dexcom advice?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-someone-summarize-current-pump-dexcom-advice/5436)
**Author:** [@jag1](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jag1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2019, 9:07pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-someone-summarize-current-pump-dexcom-advice/5436 "2019-04-07T21:07:16Z")
I mentioned elsewhere that my family has used their deductible for the year for the first time ever. I have an appointment with an endo in a month (my last endo retired and I’ve been going without for the last few years)… --- ## [Resetting G6 Transmitter Using Spike App](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/resetting-g6-transmitter-using-spike-app/6831)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2019, 6:21am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/resetting-g6-transmitter-using-spike-app/6831 "2019-04-07T06:21:58Z")
So I’m asking for a friend here… I’ve got a pal who reset her G6 transmitter (not sensor) last night using the Spike app. She says she started a new session and both the Dexcom app and her t:slim showed the warmup progr… --- ## [Dexcom Share Servers Down?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-share-servers-down/7157)
**Author:** [@justin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/justin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2019, 11:05pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-share-servers-down/7157 "2019-04-06T23:05:52Z")
Seems Dexcom’s share server is down. Anyone else having an issue? My setup: Daughter has Dexcom G6. Running G6 App on Android phone. Share is setup. I have NightWatch on my phone. I’ve been getting her readings perfectl… --- ## [Anyone ever try a rechargeable battery in the G5 transmitter?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-ever-try-a-rechargeable-battery-in-the-g5-transmitter/3430)
**Author:** [@jkiel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jkiel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2019, 9:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-ever-try-a-rechargeable-battery-in-the-g5-transmitter/3430 "2019-04-06T21:57:46Z")
Was thinking about what to do when it comes time to replace the batteries in one of my G5 transmitters. What would be great is to remove the need to ever have to replace the batteries in the future. This battery seems … --- ## [Why do sites go bad?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-do-sites-go-bad/7061)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2019, 6:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-do-sites-go-bad/7061 "2019-04-06T18:49:04Z")
Samson has been using 10 units of insulin a day, on average, for a while. Today, he has used about 12 units of insulin so far, was stubbornly been stuck at 400 for over an hour despite many rage boluses and it’s barely … --- ## [Measuring IOB](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/measuring-iob/7111)
**Author:** [@Momofm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Momofm)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2019, 3:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/measuring-iob/7111 "2019-04-06T15:49:11Z")
Hi, I’m a new T1D parent, but I work in tech and am starting to explore the DIY tech side of the T1D world. My daughter is on the Dexcom G6 and omnipod and I’m struggling to wrap my head around the IOB “safety” feature. … --- ## [Anyway to remove transmitter without replacing sensor?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyway-to-remove-transmitter-without-replacing-sensor/7144)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2019, 7:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyway-to-remove-transmitter-without-replacing-sensor/7144 "2019-04-05T19:44:44Z")
I just replaced Samson’s sensor – and put the old transmitter on instead of the new one. Is there any way to remove the G6 transmitter without pulling off the sensor? has anyone figured out a hack? --- ## [Dexcom Follow update](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-follow-update/7149)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2019, 6:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-follow-update/7149 "2019-04-05T18:03:49Z")
I like the changes!! If you haven’t already updated the app you should do so. --- ## [How to get xdrip and g6 dexcom apps to play nice?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-get-xdrip-and-g6-dexcom-apps-to-play-nice/6413)
**Author:** [@jredel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jredel)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2019, 2:36am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-get-xdrip-and-g6-dexcom-apps-to-play-nice/6413 "2019-04-05T02:36:49Z")
I just started xdrip about 15 minutes ago. @docslotnick I have the g6 app (actually the hacked version that calibrates in 5 minutes) and xdrip running at the same time. Xdrip hadn’t gotten an update in 12 minutes and no… --- ## [Dexcom Clarity Reports added GMI](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-clarity-reports-added-gmi/7142)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2019, 11:08am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-clarity-reports-added-gmi/7142 "2019-04-04T11:08:05Z")
I noticed that Dexcom Clarity reports have been reformatted a bit and have added the GMI value. I think that’s a nice change bc I missed the estimated A1C when they removed it. --- ## [G6 -- I'm seeing two Dexcom units attached to Bluetooth](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-im-seeing-two-dexcom-units-attached-to-bluetooth/7140)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2019, 7:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-im-seeing-two-dexcom-units-attached-to-bluetooth/7140 "2019-04-03T19:21:39Z")
One is Dexcom M1 and the other is Dexcom T6 – which one is the Dexcom receiver (which I don’t need because I’m using xDrip+)? EDIT: Never mind – M1 is the receiver, and I’ll keep it unpaired because xDrip+ pretty much m… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=35) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=37)