# Tips, Tech & Gear **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=39 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 40 --- ## [Battery transmitter drain, maybe xdrip setting?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-transmitter-drain-maybe-xdrip-setting/6489)
**Author:** [@Chuck](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chuck)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 10:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-transmitter-drain-maybe-xdrip-setting/6489 "2019-02-08T22:45:56Z")
My g5 transmitter is draining quickly. I can’t figure how to save the battery I have pixel 3 using xdrip Any ideas to fix ? --- ## [When to record Finger Sticks -vs- CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-to-record-finger-sticks-vs-cgm/6496)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 7:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-to-record-finger-sticks-vs-cgm/6496 "2019-02-08T19:18:51Z")
Our Endo ONLY looks at the Clarity data when having discussions with us. And she’s always telling us that we need to work on our severe low percentage. And as much as I would love to have a severe low percentage of 0.0… --- ## [Is Standard Deviation more important than average BG or Time-In-Range?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-standard-deviation-more-important-than-average-bg-or-time-in-range/6479)
**Author:** [@John](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 6:58pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-standard-deviation-more-important-than-average-bg-or-time-in-range/6479 "2019-02-08T18:58:01Z")
--- ## [Dexcom G6 and Xdrip+ and replacement issues](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-and-xdrip-and-replacement-issues/5328)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 11:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-and-xdrip-and-replacement-issues/5328 "2019-02-06T23:04:29Z")
I’m currently on the Dexcom G6 and use Xdrip+ exclusively on my Galaxy S8+ phone. I had a sensor that I needed replaced, so I called tech support. He asked if I was on the app or the handheld device. I told him app. He … --- ## [So, I just started this new thing](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/so-i-just-started-this-new-thing/6447)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 5:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/so-i-just-started-this-new-thing/6447 "2019-02-06T17:16:15Z")
…and I’m interested in seeing if anyone does it. So, recently, since installing SugarMate and being able to see (on dual screens) the sugars ALL THE TIME, I have began “predicting” where I think the BG’s are going to be… --- ## [SugarMate](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sugarmate/6215)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 3:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sugarmate/6215 "2019-02-06T15:06:34Z")
So I got to thinking about Sugar Mate and what configurations would be possible in order to see data remotely via the web portal and the Sugar Mate app and all the other methods possible for Sugar Mate. So I’m trying to… --- ## [DIY: replacing Dexcom G5 batteries?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diy-replacing-dexcom-g5-batteries/6456)
**Author:** [@ADiazENG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ADiazENG)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 5:26am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diy-replacing-dexcom-g5-batteries/6456 "2019-02-06T05:26:06Z")
I have every dead g5 stored in a box. I’m contemplating changing the batteries myself a la youtube video instructions. One day. One day. Has anyone here done it? Hints. Tips, Tricks?! Please. :facepunch::sunglasses::+… --- ## [Freestyle Libre allergy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-allergy/6389)
**Author:** [@purplechrain](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/purplechrain)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 2:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-allergy/6389 "2019-02-05T14:11:03Z")
I just discovered this forum because the same thing happened to me. I’m also Canadian and developed T1D just under 2 years ago when I was 29. I was using the 14-day Freestyle Libre starting in April 2018 with no issues.… --- ## [Freestyle Libre Transmitter for selfmade CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-transmitter-for-selfmade-cgm/3594)
**Author:** [@jroth](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jroth)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2019, 4:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-transmitter-for-selfmade-cgm/3594 "2019-02-03T16:09:18Z")
Hi @all! @admin: it’s information and advertising. Please delete, if not wanted! Today I’ll report of a new transmitter for the freestyle libre. We all know about: Blucon Nightrider / Ambrosia.Sys, San Francisco, … --- ## ["New" to Omnipod and Pumping: 4 years in and I feel like I'm missing something](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-to-omnipod-and-pumping-4-years-in-and-i-feel-like-im-missing-something/3879)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 347\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2019, 3:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-to-omnipod-and-pumping-4-years-in-and-i-feel-like-im-missing-something/3879 "2019-02-02T03:03:54Z")
I am new here and still feel new to pumping…but it’s been FOUR years. I felt very capable on MDI and did that for seven years until I ended up pre-DKA in the hospital because my new pharmacy was letting insulin pens sit … --- ## [Adrenaline Spike](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/adrenaline-spike/5766)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2019, 6:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/adrenaline-spike/5766 "2019-02-01T18:11:39Z")
Last night, I performed in our church’s advent celebration. I haven’t performed publicly in several years, certainly not since diabetes came along (and has been progressing so quickly this year). It was the first time I’… --- ## [Accu-Chek Mobile wireless adapter](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/accu-chek-mobile-wireless-adapter/6344)
**Author:** [@MisterMints](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MisterMints)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2019, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/accu-chek-mobile-wireless-adapter/6344 "2019-01-31T20:09:00Z")
Hi all, I got one of those new Accu-Chek Mobile wireless adaptors the other day, and it all worked fine for about 48 hours, and now just won’t connect to my phone at all. Nor will it pick it up when trying to search for… --- ## [Dexcom sensor restarts: microwave trick and 2-hour restart](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-sensor-restarts-microwave-trick-and-2-hour-restart/3975)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2019, 6:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-sensor-restarts-microwave-trick-and-2-hour-restart/3975 "2019-01-30T18:03:21Z")
Saw this video and was very interested in trying this: --- ## [Contour Next vs Contour Next EZ - Where can I find the difference?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/contour-next-vs-contour-next-ez-where-can-i-find-the-difference/6343)
**Author:** [@Nashvillian](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nashvillian)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2019, 3:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/contour-next-vs-contour-next-ez-where-can-i-find-the-difference/6343 "2019-01-30T03:51:44Z")
Does anyone know the actual difference between the Contour Next meter and the Contour Next EZ meter? I’ve been searching and searching and searching, including the Ascensia website, and nowhere have I found a comparison … --- ## [Night basals: higher or lower than daytime?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/night-basals-higher-or-lower-than-daytime/6287)
**Author:** [@glitzabetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/glitzabetes)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2019, 3:50pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/night-basals-higher-or-lower-than-daytime/6287 "2019-01-29T15:50:01Z")
a few months ago \[my endo and I\] jacked my nighttime basals way up – my logic had me thinking that there must be a different issue as there was no way my nighttime basals should need to be higher than my daytime basals, … --- ## [Dexcom Technical Support](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-technical-support/6304)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2019, 11:10pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-technical-support/6304 "2019-01-28T23:10:42Z")
We had a G6 sensor that was put in fresh last night but never worked right. After the two-hour warm-up, it just was not giving good data. Dex Tech Support requested that I try calibrating it. (This new sensor had been… --- ## [Do you abide by meter expiration dates?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/do-you-abide-by-meter-expiration-dates/6263)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2019, 4:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/do-you-abide-by-meter-expiration-dates/6263 "2019-01-27T16:04:12Z")
Do you abide by meter expiration dates? When I’ve looked, I’ve only ever seen the expiration date printed on the box, not on the meter itself. Unless I’m missing something, unless you keep your meter paired up with its o… --- ## [Dexcom G7, G6 Medicare Podcast from CEO Kevin Sayer](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-g6-medicare-podcast-from-ceo-kevin-sayer/6271)
**Author:** [@Jattzl](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jattzl)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2019, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-g6-medicare-podcast-from-ceo-kevin-sayer/6271 "2019-01-26T16:00:05Z")
I read a lot of speculations regarding new Dexcom products, Medicare coverage, Tandem, etc. It was reassuring to hear some answers and insight from Kevin Sayer CEO. I start Medicare February 1 and have been on pins and n… --- ## [Why’d Accu-Chek discontinue Compact Plus?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-d-accu-chek-discontinue-compact-plus/6281)
**Author:** [@Nashvillian](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nashvillian)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2019, 4:59am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-d-accu-chek-discontinue-compact-plus/6281 "2019-01-26T04:59:28Z")
I thought the all-in-one aspect was fantastic. Better than carrying a separate lancing device and manually inserting strips. Are there any other all-in-ones? --- ## [ISPAD: use \*blood\* ketone meter on sick days](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ispad-use-blood-ketone-meter-on-sick-days/6265)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2019, 12:37am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ispad-use-blood-ketone-meter-on-sick-days/6265 "2019-01-25T00:37:19Z")
New (summer 2018) sick day directives recently linked to by @bkh emphasize the recommendation for measuring ketones from blood: I was quite interested in this—thanks, @bkh, for posting it! This consensus article by ISP… --- ## [The Dexcom G6 is GIGANTIC!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-dexcom-g6-is-gigantic/4479)
**Author:** [@TravelingOn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TravelingOn)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2019, 1:58am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-dexcom-g6-is-gigantic/4479 "2019-01-24T01:58:21Z")
Original title: What the what?!?!?!? Holy cannoli! We just received the new G6 sensors (transmitter not yet covered by insurance, but shipping soon) and opened the box. They are freaking gigantic. Now, I understand tha… --- ## [T:slim Basal-IQ: how do you track time suspended?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-slim-basal-iq-how-do-you-track-time-suspended/6250)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2019, 1:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-slim-basal-iq-how-do-you-track-time-suspended/6250 "2019-01-24T01:54:20Z")
Question… Is there a place to find how much time you’ve been in a suspend with Basal-IQ? I know you can look at the graph screen and see an approximation, but I was just wondering if there were a “history” somewhere that… --- ## [High BG and wondering why](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-bg-and-wondering-why/6207)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 3:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-bg-and-wondering-why/6207 "2019-01-21T15:17:51Z")
So my morning bolus didn’t work as well as I expected (even with some walking around after breakfast) and my BG has been around 190 all afternoon despite corrections. (Some exercise finally moved my BG into the 120 range… --- ## [Can't calibrate xDrip+ anymore](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cant-calibrate-xdrip-anymore/6198)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 1:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cant-calibrate-xdrip-anymore/6198 "2019-01-21T13:29:24Z")
Sorry for all the posts – I’m still getting used to xDrip and working through issues with it. Today I felt that the readings were off so I calibrated it with BG readings from my Freestyle Lite (the readings were indeed … --- ## [Avoiding manual calibration with g6 and xdrip](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/avoiding-manual-calibration-with-g6-and-xdrip/5880)
**Author:** [@JanetC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JanetC)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/avoiding-manual-calibration-with-g6-and-xdrip/5880 "2019-01-21T02:39:36Z")
Hi guys, New here, but have been reading lots of posts prior to starting with a G6 tonight (we’re in the UK). It’s been super useful. Our son, James is 9 years old with T1. We’re using xdrip primarily for two reasons … --- ## [Changing Dexcom sensor without a restart: an experiment](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-dexcom-sensor-without-a-restart-an-experiment/3349)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:10am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-dexcom-sensor-without-a-restart-an-experiment/3349 "2019-01-21T02:10:17Z")
We have been wanting for a long time to see what happens when you swap a sensor without stopping/starting it—tonight gave us the perfect opportunity. Today’s sensor was 4 days old and had been flaking all day, starting i… --- ## [About cgm cost](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/about-cgm-cost/6217)
**Author:** [@mmohamed2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mmohamed2)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/about-cgm-cost/6217 "2019-01-21T01:27:08Z")
Hi All, Sorry if i opened this topic in the wrong thread i’m 25years old, i have type 1 I’m new in cgm , live cgm like dexcom , blucon …i found out about them last year(2018) this technology doesn’t available yet in … --- ## [Oh, does xdrip display and register blood sugars lower than 40? Is there a way to make it do that if it doesn't?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/oh-does-xdrip-display-and-register-blood-sugars-lower-than-40-is-there-a-way-to-make-it-do-that-if-it-doesnt/6221)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 12:24am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/oh-does-xdrip-display-and-register-blood-sugars-lower-than-40-is-there-a-way-to-make-it-do-that-if-it-doesnt/6221 "2019-01-21T00:24:22Z")
Title says it all! --- ## [Can someone explain snooze on xDrip in extreme detail?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-someone-explain-snooze-on-xdrip-in-extreme-detail/6220)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 10:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-someone-explain-snooze-on-xdrip-in-extreme-detail/6220 "2019-01-20T22:54:38Z")
I kind of understand it and kind of don’t. I would like to know how to use it in detail so I really understand it. For some reason I can’t fully wrap my head around it. And things like: How do you turn it off once it’s b… --- ## [True2go](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/true2go/6205)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 6:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/true2go/6205 "2019-01-20T18:43:44Z")
Does anyone have an old true2go meter that they don’t use? Mine no longer works and they no longer make them or the strips for it… but I have a ton of strips that I should try to use up as they’re expiring. [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=38) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=40)