# Tips, Tech & Gear **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=52 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 53 --- ## [Canadian / U.S. OmniPod Swap Test!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/canadian-u-s-omnipod-swap-test/2442)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2017, 7:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/canadian-u-s-omnipod-swap-test/2442 "2017-11-02T19:35:37Z")
This was brought up previously. Some discussion on the price difference between the omnipod PDM in the U.S. (available in the U.S. for $200-$300 direct from Insulet, with some haggling) versus up to $6,000 in Canada depe… --- ## [Treating night time lows](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/treating-night-time-lows/2523)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2017, 3:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/treating-night-time-lows/2523 "2017-11-01T15:06:49Z")
The last bad low did get frustrating after 4 hours, 80 carbs and at 3AM in the morning. lol However the upshot was my T1 told me that next time, just do a mini-glucagon (15 u) if the first attempt at a nighttime low d… --- ## [Dexcom email](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-email/2513)
**Author:** [@Irish](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Irish)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2017, 8:32pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-email/2513 "2017-10-31T20:32:45Z")
Anyone else receive the following today? What’s it about? Dear Dexcom Customer: We’re writing to let you know about an important update to your Dexcom G5® Mobile Receiver. There is a software update available that will… --- ## [Fingerstick and Handwashing](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fingerstick-and-handwashing/2509)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2017, 3:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fingerstick-and-handwashing/2509 "2017-10-31T15:45:55Z")
The Dexcom G5 wanted a calibration and it was going into nighttime as well as the cgm data showed straight and level so it seemed a good time to calibrate. Using our Contour Next One we did a fingerstick as normal. The… --- ## [Would implantable CGMs be more accurate?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/would-implantable-cgms-be-more-accurate/2460)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2017, 9:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/would-implantable-cgms-be-more-accurate/2460 "2017-10-30T21:13:37Z")
On the implantable CGMs… The problem I have with CGM accuracy is - I suppose from what they tell me - my body tissue is not very conducive to using the sensors. They (the Dexcom support peeps) always ask me if I am lea… --- ## [Dexcom G5 Update Question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g5-update-question/2491)
**Author:** [@Cecil](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Cecil)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2017, 3:50pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g5-update-question/2491 "2017-10-29T15:50:39Z")
I ran the G5 update a couple days ago on my receiver and it blew it up. Complete signal loss, no trend graph, intermittent shutdowns when I entered BG readings. DEXCOM wouldn’t do anything about this since the receiver i… --- ## [(Dana RS) + (#WeAreNotWaiting) = Risk or Reward?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dana-rs-wearenotwaiting-risk-or-reward/1950)
**Author:** [@Bradford](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Bradford)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2017, 5:53am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dana-rs-wearenotwaiting-risk-or-reward/1950 "2017-10-27T05:53:41Z")
Very exciting news in my opinion. Compatible with AndroidAPS opened or closed loop. No extra devices to carry. Although the risk increases, so does the reward…but also the risk of unintended consequences. Would you c… --- ## [Closed loop: I want a "well-controlled patient" pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/closed-loop-i-want-a-well-controlled-patient-pump/2257)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2017, 9:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/closed-loop-i-want-a-well-controlled-patient-pump/2257 "2017-10-26T21:08:15Z")
The feedback over the Medtronic 670G pump has been interesting. The Medtronic 670G is the first pump officially approved to adjust insulin dispensation following the input from a CGM sensor – the so-called “artificial p… --- ## [Strip-testing my diet drink](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/strip-testing-my-diet-drink/2248)
**Author:** [@Irish](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Irish)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2017, 2:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/strip-testing-my-diet-drink/2248 "2017-10-25T14:52:48Z")
Sonic recently came to our town, and that means comfort drink of comfort drinks, the strawberry limeade. You simply haven’t lived unless you’ve had one. Two weeks ago I hesitantly inquired through the call box beside my … --- ## [FUD emergency stash and natural catastrophy network?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fud-emergency-stash-and-natural-catastrophy-network/2350)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2017, 3:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fud-emergency-stash-and-natural-catastrophy-network/2350 "2017-10-25T03:17:33Z")
--- ## [xDrip+ on iPhones?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-on-iphones/1673)
**Author:** [@Millz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Millz)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2017, 9:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-on-iphones/1673 "2017-10-24T21:06:47Z")
I just read that X-drip now works on iPhones? --- ## [Where to buy/find empty Novolog pen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/where-to-buy-find-empty-novolog-pen/2418)
**Author:** [@brrit](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/brrit)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2017, 2:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/where-to-buy-find-empty-novolog-pen/2418 "2017-10-21T14:45:37Z")
I recently switched from my Omnipod to MDI to save money. I have vials and syringes, but I am interested in refilling a pen for specific times (going out to eat or at night in bed). How can I pick up an Echo or similar … --- ## [Rebate for Tandem TSlim and Omnipod when combined with Dexcom G5](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/rebate-for-tandem-tslim-and-omnipod-when-combined-with-dexcom-g5/2388)
**Author:** [@EricH](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/EricH)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2017, 4:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/rebate-for-tandem-tslim-and-omnipod-when-combined-with-dexcom-g5/2388 "2017-10-17T16:36:08Z")
If you: Start with the Dexcom G5 Mobile, And select either the Tandem t:slim x2 or the Insulet Dexcom, And complete a patient survey Then: $200 rebate. (I think, I didn’t read all the details) https://www.dexcom.c… --- ## [How does a Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitor work?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-does-a-dexcom-continuous-glucose-monitor-work/2292)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2017, 2:16am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-does-a-dexcom-continuous-glucose-monitor-work/2292 "2017-10-17T02:16:13Z")
A Continous Glucose Monitor (CGM) inserts a glucose sensor in your skin, and allows you to obtain an ongoing readout of your glucose on a device somehow connected to the sensor (generally through radio waves) until the s… --- ## [Dexcom insight](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-insight/946)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2017, 2:00am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-insight/946 "2017-10-17T02:00:04Z")
The past few days have been rough going with Samson's sensor. Last night he read 109, finger prick showed 167 and 177. Then, throughout the night he was hovering in the 50s... and finger prick showed 80 or 75. Before tha… --- ## [Dexcom time lag, and interstitial fluid glucose vs BG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-time-lag-and-interstitial-fluid-glucose-vs-bg/2318)
**Author:** [@MM2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MM2)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2017, 11:10pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-time-lag-and-interstitial-fluid-glucose-vs-bg/2318 "2017-10-16T23:10:46Z")
One thing that was never clear to me, is what does dexcom do regarding lag of tissues vs blood glucose. So is the value that is displayed on receiver what dexcom projects is blood glucose right now, based on tissue gluc… --- ## [Organizing D Supplies](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/organizing-d-supplies/2358)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2017, 11:08am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/organizing-d-supplies/2358 "2017-10-15T11:08:41Z")
Ok, this current setup is partially just amusing me tonight, but a serious question - how/where do you all store/organize all your d supplies (and what do you like to keep on hand in what quantities - currently on MDI/Af… --- ## [Aquapac](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/aquapac/2366)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2017, 1:31am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/aquapac/2366 "2017-10-15T01:31:59Z")
Anyone swam with a pump or CGM in an aquapac in a pool before??? I have an aquapac and the Dexcom G4 and am heading out for a swim. I am very tempted to put the G4 receiver in the aquapac (which I do anyway to protect … --- ## [Dexcom G4 share not pairing with Xdrip on new phone (but worked fine on old one)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g4-share-not-pairing-with-xdrip-on-new-phone-but-worked-fine-on-old-one/2097)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2017, 6:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g4-share-not-pairing-with-xdrip-on-new-phone-but-worked-fine-on-old-one/2097 "2017-10-13T18:33:44Z")
I’m a long-time Xdrip user who just upgraded his old phone (LG G3) to a nice shiny new one (LG G6). I don’t remember having any serious trouble setting up Xdrip on the old phone, but this new one absolutely will not pair… --- ## [Maximize Dexcom G5 Transmitter Life](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/maximize-dexcom-g5-transmitter-life/2263)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2017, 5:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/maximize-dexcom-g5-transmitter-life/2263 "2017-10-13T17:16:43Z")
Although often described as a 90 day lifespan, the Dexcom G5 Transmitter actually lasts a bit longer. Note: This is specifically when running the Dexcom G5 Transmitter with the Dexcom Receiver, the Tandem t:slim X2 pum… --- ## [Double calibration xDrip+ on Android Samsung S7 Edge](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/double-calibration-xdrip-on-android-samsung-s7-edge/2329)
**Author:** [@jonathan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jonathan)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2017, 3:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/double-calibration-xdrip-on-android-samsung-s7-edge/2329 "2017-10-12T15:59:16Z")
First post… I can’t figure out how to do the double calibration using xDrip+. I am using a Dexcom G5 sensor. (I also have the Dexcom receiver.) I have a Samsung S7 Edge Android phone. I have a notification on my phone th… --- ## [Our first CGM session PAST 2 weeks](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/our-first-cgm-session-past-2-weeks/2315)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2017, 5:27pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/our-first-cgm-session-past-2-weeks/2315 "2017-10-10T17:27:44Z")
We changed Liam’s CGM on 9/24 (when I posted links about the DexTape). Today makes day 16 and we are JUST beginning to have the ‘bad data’ issues that come once it’s been on so long. Usually we can only get just under … --- ## [G5 transmitter battery cover for battery change](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g5-transmitter-battery-cover-for-battery-change/2308)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2017, 1:49am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g5-transmitter-battery-cover-for-battery-change/2308 "2017-10-10T01:49:47Z")
Thingiverse is a website where people publish and freely share plans for parts that can be printed online (for a fee) on a 3-D printer. User BillyBean on Thingiverse recently published the plans for a G5 battery cover, … --- ## [Dexcom new sensor trials](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-new-sensor-trials/1190)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2017, 9:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-new-sensor-trials/1190 "2017-10-09T21:08:25Z")
I met with my pump trainer today to check in on the settings for my new pump (going well!) and she mentioned that her clinic will be a site for the new Dexcom sensor trials. I threw my hat into the ring for consideration… --- ## [Needlephobia? Check out the Autoject by Owen Mumford](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/needlephobia-check-out-the-autoject-by-owen-mumford/2275)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 8:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/needlephobia-check-out-the-autoject-by-owen-mumford/2275 "2017-10-08T20:26:14Z")
Several members recently mentioned needlephobia, and described how much more time they end up spending on injections. I coincidentally ran into this interesting device, which got good reviews and mentions in the UK from … --- ## [Nightscout Foundation Hack event Nov 17, '17 in SF](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/nightscout-foundation-hack-event-nov-17-17-in-sf/2278)
**Author:** [@Bradford](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Bradford)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 6:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/nightscout-foundation-hack-event-nov-17-17-in-sf/2278 "2017-10-07T18:47:33Z")
More information here: http://www.nightscoutfoundation.org/nfhack-172/ --- ## [Dexcom vs Freestyle Libre accuracy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-vs-freestyle-libre-accuracy/2288)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 2:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-vs-freestyle-libre-accuracy/2288 "2017-10-07T14:51:13Z")
This user (Jorge) posted a great graph comparing the Dexcom, the Libre and hand-tested BG: Jorge’s comment: As you can see in the graph (sorry it is in mmol/l, 10 mmol/l is 180 mg/dl, and 80 mg/dl is 4.4 mmol/l), F… --- ## [Active management of basal insulin to prevent lows](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/active-management-of-basal-insulin-to-prevent-lows/2265)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2017, 3:37am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/active-management-of-basal-insulin-to-prevent-lows/2265 "2017-10-06T03:37:58Z")
For the past couple of weeks, I have been experimenting and playing very actively with temp basals to prevent lows. Some of my motivation is that my son has gained quite a lot of weight lately – he is still very thin but… --- ## [CGM Sensor - Time to replace?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-sensor-time-to-replace/2271)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2017, 2:28am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-sensor-time-to-replace/2271 "2017-10-06T02:28:54Z")
How to know when your sensor needs to be replaced. \[0781084E82B5000029200003-attachment-1-IMG\_1827\] --- ## [Glucagon - Poll](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/glucagon-poll/2238)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2017, 1:05am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/glucagon-poll/2238 "2017-10-06T01:05:40Z")
I wanted to get an idea of how many people have used glucagon. It can be either having given it to yourself, or someone given it to you if you were not able. On your answer, if you are a parent or caregiver, it is of c… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=51) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/18.md?page=53)