# Tips, Tech & Gear **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=48 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 49 --- ## [Emergency go kit](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/emergency-go-kit/3229)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 4:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/emergency-go-kit/3229 "2018-03-20T16:43:49Z")
I wanted to share my “go kit”. This is what I have packed for an emergency unplanned departure of possibly extended length. This is not a daily carry pack. When I leave the house for a few hours, the only thing I carry i… --- ## [Now that I'm finally ready](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/now-that-im-finally-ready/3679)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 4:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/now-that-im-finally-ready/3679 "2018-03-20T16:37:06Z")
I remember, I believe it was @Eric or possibly @Chris, many months ago when we were talking about how folks store their Insulin vials, that one of you guys (sorry if it was someone else, but I somehow feel it was one of … --- ## [How to deal with an Omnipod allergy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-deal-with-an-omnipod-allergy/2141)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 9:58pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-deal-with-an-omnipod-allergy/2141 "2018-03-19T21:58:34Z")
How do you deal with an allergic reaction to an OmniPod when you want to wear a tubeless pump? Many Omnipod users suffer from allergic reactions, which make it difficult for them to withstand a Pod for 3 days. These all… --- ## [How do you treat a low at night?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-do-you-treat-a-low-at-night/3706)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2018, 11:55am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-do-you-treat-a-low-at-night/3706 "2018-03-16T11:55:16Z")
Normally for a nighttime low, I give 1/2 cup Apple Juice (14 carbs) and put an 85% temp basal (15% reduction). My thought being the juice will bump the low back up to a better number and the temp basal will prevent a sub… --- ## [Learning to use a tubed pump?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/learning-to-use-a-tubed-pump/3656)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2018, 7:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/learning-to-use-a-tubed-pump/3656 "2018-03-14T19:48:19Z")
We are ramping up for Loop. Does anyone have resources/suggestions on learning to use a standard Medtronic tethered pump along with infusion sets? I am going through the manuals right now, wondering if anyone can recomm… --- ## [New Apple wristband sensor can detect potassium blood levels](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-apple-wristband-sensor-can-detect-potassium-blood-levels/3690)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2018, 2:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-apple-wristband-sensor-can-detect-potassium-blood-levels/3690 "2018-03-14T14:59:23Z")
Now that’s pretty cool: The AliveCor KardiaBand, a sensor compatible with the Apple Watch, can detect dangerous levels of potassium in blood with 94 percent accuracy. \[…\] \[It\] is a sensor that snaps into a slot on… --- ## [Supply bags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/supply-bags/1553)
**Author:** [@Engel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Engel)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2018, 12:42am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/supply-bags/1553 "2018-03-10T00:42:36Z")
Hi guys, another thing I wanted to share was this site for everyone, you can even take a little quiz to help you find the perfect bag for you, I have gotten two different bags an just recently the second one which so far… --- ## [Dexcom: another DOA transmitter](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-another-doa-transmitter/2043)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 7:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-another-doa-transmitter/2043 "2018-03-09T19:33:21Z")
It is the third time in a year and a half that our second transmitter in a 2-transmitter shipment fails, leaving us without a working one. Dexcom tells me that transmitter failures are rare. I would willingly order an … --- ## [Relion Meter Uploads](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/relion-meter-uploads/3583)
**Author:** [@annanemas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/annanemas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2018, 3:12pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/relion-meter-uploads/3583 "2018-03-06T15:12:50Z")
Anyone know if Relion has a new site for uploading meter readings and if the Blu meters work with it? I was uploading to the Arkcare.net site until it stopped working last month. I found out that I can continue uploadi… --- ## [Peaking after salads](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/peaking-after-salads/3069)
**Author:** [@Pates](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pates)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2018, 8:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/peaking-after-salads/3069 "2018-03-02T20:15:13Z")
I have noticed I have trouble any time I eat salad. I think I’m choosing something healthy, and even if it includes some carbs like tortilla chips or croutons, and I take a normal dose of about 7-8 units novolog, my bloo… --- ## [Difficulty calibrating my dexcom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/difficulty-calibrating-my-dexcom/3179)
**Author:** [@Beacher](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Beacher)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2018, 12:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/difficulty-calibrating-my-dexcom/3179 "2018-03-02T12:38:49Z")
I find when I try this, it’s like provoking an unruly child. No! I don’t like that number! You’re 6.2. I don’t care how many times you tell me you’re 5.1. And if you tell me again then I’ll make you 3.9. So there. And f… --- ## [Does Imitrex/sumatriptan affect Dexcom G4/G5?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/does-imitrex-sumatriptan-affect-dexcom-g4-g5/3613)
**Author:** [@JessicaD](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JessicaD)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2018, 11:28pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/does-imitrex-sumatriptan-affect-dexcom-g4-g5/3613 "2018-03-01T23:28:45Z")
--- ## [Tylenol and Dexcom G5](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tylenol-and-dexcom-g5/2612)
**Author:** [@cardamom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cardamom)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2018, 6:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tylenol-and-dexcom-g5/2612 "2018-01-12T18:36:32Z")
I have chronic pain issues, and the past couple days have been worse than usual, so at some point, I said #$&^ it and added some Tylenol (2 pills or 1000mg, every 6 hours, as recommended) to my cocktail of naproxen and m… --- ## [Exciting preliminary news in hacking the Omnipod for closed loop](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/exciting-preliminary-news-in-hacking-the-omnipod-for-closed-loop/1963)
**Author:** [@Bradford](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Bradford)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2018, 1:31am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/exciting-preliminary-news-in-hacking-the-omnipod-for-closed-loop/1963 "2018-03-01T01:31:51Z")
Very exciting!!! Just received this email. \[image\] --- ## [Audio dropouts on iPhone with latest updated to Dexcom app?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/audio-dropouts-on-iphone-with-latest-updated-to-dexcom-app/3501)
**Author:** [@ned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ned)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2018, 1:01am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/audio-dropouts-on-iphone-with-latest-updated-to-dexcom-app/3501 "2018-03-01T01:01:05Z")
Ever since upgrading to the latest version of the Dexcom iPhone app (v1.7.5), the audio on my phone decreases in volume by about 50% for a couple seconds every few minutes. I don’t have any direct evidence that it’s actu… --- ## [Freestyle Libre, $45, shipped worldwide](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-45-shipped-worldwide/2057)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2018, 11:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-45-shipped-worldwide/2057 "2018-02-28T23:04:19Z")
Lately I have found a lot of fairly reasonable Frestyle Libre sensors available with worldwide shipping. For instance: This lot of 6 sensors + worldwide shipping goes for $45 per sensor, shipping included. That is pre… --- ## [Bluetooth, Dexcom and IOS](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bluetooth-dexcom-and-ios/2552)
**Author:** [@vilhelmmar](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/vilhelmmar)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 11:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bluetooth-dexcom-and-ios/2552 "2018-02-23T23:43:40Z")
My son is wearing Dexcom G5, paired with Iphone 6 and lately we are frequently getting “Bluetooh OFF” signal despite the bluetooth being on. It does not seem to help to flick the bluetooth off and back on. Then it just … --- ## [Best brands of pen needles and syringes?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/best-brands-of-pen-needles-and-syringes/3472)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 12:56am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/best-brands-of-pen-needles-and-syringes/3472 "2018-02-23T00:56:45Z")
I had a hard time finding 12.7mm BD needles that were reasonably priced. I always buy BD so I have no experience with other brands. What are other brands of pen needles and syringes that people like? --- ## [T:slim in Canada](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-slim-in-canada/3537)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2018, 12:20am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-slim-in-canada/3537 "2018-02-22T00:20:18Z")
Well this is exciting for those of us who have been waiting: an official announcement with a timeline. Hopefully it’s accurate. --- ## [New Dexcom update - can personalize alarm settings - FINALLY!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-dexcom-update-can-personalize-alarm-settings-finally/3500)
**Author:** [@allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/allison)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2018, 3:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-dexcom-update-can-personalize-alarm-settings-finally/3500 "2018-02-21T15:44:13Z")
Link first: https://www.dexcom.com/faq/what-features-are-included-latest-update-dexcom-g5-mobile-app One of my biggest pet peeves with my Dexcom G5 app is it gives this blazing awful alarm when the sensor is “about to e… --- ## [Dexcom G5 Mobile App and iOS 11](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g5-mobile-app-and-ios-11/2224)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 8:01pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g5-mobile-app-and-ios-11/2224 "2018-02-19T20:01:33Z")
Dexcom G5 Mobile By Dexcom This app is only available on the App Store for iOS devices. Updated: Sep 18, 2017 Version: 1.7.3 This is beta for iOS 11 --- ## [Ideas: how to protect and store insulin vials](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ideas-how-to-protect-and-store-insulin-vials/3519)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2018, 4:41am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ideas-how-to-protect-and-store-insulin-vials/3519 "2018-02-18T04:41:25Z")
--- ## [Glooko Mobile Dosing Guides For T2 FDA Approved](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/glooko-mobile-dosing-guides-for-t2-fda-approved/3504)
**Author:** [@docslotnick](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/docslotnick)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 11:10pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/glooko-mobile-dosing-guides-for-t2-fda-approved/3504 "2018-02-17T23:10:05Z")
Glooko has implemented a dosing regulation feature in their app for T2 diabetics on long acting insulin. Glooko’s Mobile Insulin Dosing System (MIDS) was cleared Wednesday for the titration of long-acting insulin by the… --- ## [Europe: online supply for Contour Next and Freedom Lite strips?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/europe-online-supply-for-contour-next-and-freedom-lite-strips/3415)
**Author:** [@MaryPat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MaryPat)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 7:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/europe-online-supply-for-contour-next-and-freedom-lite-strips/3415 "2018-02-17T19:21:11Z")
We are spending a year in Europe starting this summer. We are taking Contour Next and Freedom Lite BG meters. Does anyone have reliable and economical ways to purchase strips for these meters in Europe online? I found o… --- ## [Meters are ridiculous](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/meters-are-ridiculous/3296)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 3:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/meters-are-ridiculous/3296 "2018-02-14T03:30:17Z")
\[image\] This is absolutely typical for me… --- ## [Dexcom G5 Sensor Issues](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g5-sensor-issues/3403)
**Author:** [@mlg](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mlg)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2018, 10:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g5-sensor-issues/3403 "2018-02-13T22:17:03Z")
Anyone else having issues with sensor not lasting 7 days? When my son first started with the Dexcom, a sensor would last a full week and then we would restart it and it would go for another full week. Our DNE told us tha… --- ## [Switching from Dexcom G5 to Freestyle Libre](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/switching-from-dexcom-g5-to-freestyle-libre/3480)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2018, 7:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/switching-from-dexcom-g5-to-freestyle-libre/3480 "2018-02-12T19:49:33Z")
I’ve been trying out the Freestyle Libre for almost a month, with both the G5 and Libre sensors on my arm. I put them through the paces: highs, lows, flatlines, swimming, hockey, etc. I’ve got binders full of BG numbers … --- ## [Dexcom out-of-range calibration?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-out-of-range-calibration/3452)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2018, 9:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-out-of-range-calibration/3452 "2018-02-08T21:37:45Z")
We have sometimes seen an out-of-range Dexcom calibration result in a mediocre track when we get back in range. The calibration wiki definitely recommends calibrating in-range when at all possible: Yet, sometimes, we … --- ## [Smallest meter? (Including strips, lancing device, case, etc.)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/smallest-meter-including-strips-lancing-device-case-etc/3290)
**Author:** [@ned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ned)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2018, 8:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/smallest-meter-including-strips-lancing-device-case-etc/3290 "2018-02-08T20:11:41Z")
I’m trying to find the smallest possible meter kit: the meter, the strips, the pain stick (lancing device), and the carrying case. I use a CGM so I only need a meter for calibration and CGM failures. I’ll be able to use… --- ## [What I would really like to access Dexcom data!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-i-would-really-like-to-access-dexcom-data/3445)
**Author:** [@MaryPat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MaryPat)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2018, 7:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-i-would-really-like-to-access-dexcom-data/3445 "2018-02-06T19:31:31Z")
@Michel’s post on the history of Pebble watches reminded me of what I really would like to use, in order to visualize dexcom data: I had some hopes for the Google glasses: too bad it fell through–although I am not sur… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=47) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=49)