# C/GM **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/glucose-monitors-cgms/65.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Anyone else's NS not loading up ON PC?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-elses-ns-not-loading-up-on-pc/15765)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-elses-ns-not-loading-up-on-pc/15765 "2026-01-18T16:21:24Z")
I’ve been stuck on a “loading the client” screen when attempting to load it on the PC, but on Phone, it’s loading just fine (both the app and the browser, on phone). Very strange…it’s been this way for maybe a day? I’v… --- ## [Dexcom is absolutely maddening](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-is-absolutely-maddening/15734)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2026, 12:50am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-is-absolutely-maddening/15734 "2026-01-16T00:50:57Z")
A few weeks ago, when opening the Dexcom app I started receiving a message saying I was required to update the iOS on my phone to continue using the Dexcom app. No choice in the matter, if I don’t update by Jan 6th I wo… --- ## [Fears about my new Libre 3 Plus sensor shipment?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fears-about-my-new-libre-3-plus-sensor-shipment/15759)
**Author:** [@andrea8](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/andrea8)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2026, 3:02am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fears-about-my-new-libre-3-plus-sensor-shipment/15759 "2026-01-15T03:02:42Z")
I have an order of Libre 3 Plus sensors arriving today…….can I trust that they are not defective, have been screened for accuracy??? --- ## [NYT's latest on Abbot's Libre sensor problems](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/nyts-latest-on-abbots-libre-sensor-problems/15645)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2026, 2:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/nyts-latest-on-abbots-libre-sensor-problems/15645 "2026-01-14T14:04:53Z")
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/04/health/blood-glucose-monitor-recall-abbott.html They are confirming at least 7 deaths due to poor accuracy in low readings: " The Food and Drug Administration said on Tuesday that peo… --- ## [G7 Sensors Receive FDA Clearance for 15 days](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-sensors-receive-fda-clearance-for-15-days/15235)
**Author:** [@funk](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/funk)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2026, 12:28am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-sensors-receive-fda-clearance-for-15-days/15235 "2026-01-11T00:28:05Z")
https://www.mddionline.com/diabetes/fda-clears-dexcom-s-15-day-cgm-system-for-adult-diabetes-management?ADTRK=InformaMarkets&utm\_source=eloqua&utm\_medium=email&utm\_campaign=15\_NL\_QMED\_North%20America%20Daily\_Edit\_Sub\_202… --- ## [Poll - Sensor Failure](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/poll-sensor-failure/15726)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2026, 12:59am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/poll-sensor-failure/15726 "2026-01-09T00:59:44Z")
My Dexcom sensor failed about 8 hours before it was time to be replaced. It was a hard failure where there was a sensor error and the screen told me to replace it, no more CGM numbers were being given. (BTW, this was a… --- ## [DEXCOM G7 Loss of connectivity on a regular basis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-loss-of-connectivity-on-a-regular-basis/15728)
**Author:** [@NavyCWO](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/NavyCWO)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2026, 1:25am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-loss-of-connectivity-on-a-regular-basis/15728 "2026-01-06T01:25:22Z")
Category doesn’t apply to me but system won’t let me post when it is blank! Without realizing it (update was set to automatic) my iPhone 16e updated to ios 26.2! Ever since it happened my crummy phone alarms all the ti… --- ## [1980s Glucose meters](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1980s-glucose-meters/1657)
**Author:** [@Aaron](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Aaron)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2026, 7:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1980s-glucose-meters/1657 "2026-01-03T19:20:41Z")
--- ## [Request: on the hunt for a local-to-me (Boston) G6 RECEIVER](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/request-on-the-hunt-for-a-local-to-me-boston-g6-receiver/15668)
**Author:** [@JessicaD](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JessicaD)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2025, 2:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/request-on-the-hunt-for-a-local-to-me-boston-g6-receiver/15668 "2025-12-29T02:40:18Z")
Hi – wondering if any of our Boston-ish Ds might have a G6 receiver (the mini iPhone like device that shows BS levels instead of using the app on your phone) that I could use for a bit? Thanks in advance for poking thro… --- ## [Smart Phone used as a receiver for Dexcom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/smart-phone-used-as-a-receiver-for-dexcom/15636)
**Author:** [@Sunshine](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sunshine)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2025, 7:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/smart-phone-used-as-a-receiver-for-dexcom/15636 "2025-12-05T19:26:35Z")
Can anyone suggest an inexpensive Android phone to be used as a receiver for Dexcom? I like Samsung Galaxy, but I’d like to find something cheaper. I had a bad experience with Motorola. I prefer unlocked. --- ## [New Medtronic Sensor](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-medtronic-sensor/15406)
**Author:** [@jim26](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jim26)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2025, 5:36am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-medtronic-sensor/15406 "2025-11-30T05:36:37Z")
First, I heard of Abbott making Medtronics CGM….Assume it’s a Freestyle with a link to Medtronic pumps? --- ## [Updates on standalone watches receiving readings direct from dexcom / xdrip](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/updates-on-standalone-watches-receiving-readings-direct-from-dexcom-xdrip/15509)
**Author:** [@Tyler1](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Tyler1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 7:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/updates-on-standalone-watches-receiving-readings-direct-from-dexcom-xdrip/15509 "2025-11-27T19:21:38Z")
Hi there, I have been reading through some old posts about smart watches that can get dexcom readings without the use of a phone and without using a network signal i.e. direct from dexcom to the watch. I understand that… --- ## [Dexcom G7 - Failed Sensors](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-failed-sensors/14940)
**Author:** [@jim26](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jim26)\ **Replies:** 119\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 3:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-failed-sensors/14940 "2025-11-26T15:13:55Z")
Note: editing this post as I was angry when I initially wrote it. Let me tell you 2 failed sensors in one day has put me over the edge. I’m very sick of submitting replacement forms. G6 was 1000% better than G7. --- ## [More Heat on G7 from Dan Heller](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/more-heat-on-g7-from-dan-heller/15470)
**Author:** [@cogdog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cogdog)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2025, 3:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/more-heat-on-g7-from-dan-heller/15470 "2025-11-24T15:06:26Z")
I only started on with Dexcom on the G7 (January) and have no comparison with G6. Dan Heller has worn both an spot tested glucose readings at the same time, with interesting results I walk away with a consideration th… --- ## [Dexcom Sites](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-sites/542)
**Author:** [@mikep](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mikep)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2025, 2:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-sites/542 "2025-11-21T14:54:25Z")
Hi everyone - where are your best Dexcom sites? I typically use mine on my upper thighs (more towards outside of leg) and the back of my calves - I have one there now and it's spot on. --- ## [Sensor fun!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sensor-fun/15510)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2025, 11:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sensor-fun/15510 "2025-11-19T23:59:05Z")
I started a new sensor last night. Didn’t think anything about it, just started it and went along with my evening. Eventually after a few hours, something caught my eye on my shirt. :joy: --- ## [Dexcom G7 & iOS 26?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-ios-26/15458)
**Author:** [@ned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ned)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2025, 10:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-ios-26/15458 "2025-11-19T22:46:16Z")
Has anyone tried using the Dexcom G7 app on iOS 26? Dexcom’s compatibility page shows that they haven’t finished testing it yet. --- ## [Complete Instructions for Replacing G7 sensors for Omnipod 5 Users](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/complete-instructions-for-replacing-g7-sensors-for-omnipod-5-users/15500)
**Author:** [@JMe](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JMe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2025, 10:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/complete-instructions-for-replacing-g7-sensors-for-omnipod-5-users/15500 "2025-10-24T22:09:40Z")
With the G7, Dexcom reduced the sensor warmup time from 2 hours to 30 minutes. This is a significant improvement, especially for Omnipod 5 users since it reduces the outage window for readings in Automated Mode. But with… --- ## [DexCom Stelo - what's up with that?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-stelo-whats-up-with-that/15485)
**Author:** [@bostrav59](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bostrav59)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2025, 6:39pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-stelo-whats-up-with-that/15485 "2025-10-20T18:39:05Z")
I was just poking around the internet when I came across the Dexcom Stelo. It looks like a G7 geared toward non diabetics. Interesting. Does anyone know anything about this or have any perspectives? --- ## [A little Dexcom G6 "hack" I have found](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-little-dexcom-g6-hack-i-have-found/15486)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2025, 7:10am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-little-dexcom-g6-hack-i-have-found/15486 "2025-10-20T07:10:17Z")
The annoying thing about the Dexcom G6 iPhone app is that you can’t silence alarms. (I think the G7 allows this). I have found a hack that lets my Loop app still get the G6 readings from my phone and display them, but t… --- ## [Gaming the system on Dexcom transmitter warranty](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gaming-the-system-on-dexcom-transmitter-warranty/15274)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2025, 11:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gaming-the-system-on-dexcom-transmitter-warranty/15274 "2025-10-15T23:54:20Z")
I have to start a new transmitter today. The one I was using only lasted 45 days, so Dexcom has to replace it. (Yay! I got 45 free days of transmitter use!) I use my transmitters in order of start-by date. The next tran… --- ## [Medtronic and Abbott launch new Instinct sensor](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medtronic-and-abbott-launch-new-instinct-sensor/15466)
**Author:** [@Boerenkool](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Boerenkool)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2025, 12:58am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medtronic-and-abbott-launch-new-instinct-sensor/15466 "2025-10-14T00:58:52Z")
Medtronic and Abbott just introduced their new Libre 3-based Instinct sensor which will integrate with Medtronic’s 780G pumps. I’m very curious to see whether this sensor will be priced similarly to Libre 3 sensors and w… --- ## [Mystery CGM Squiggles](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mystery-cgm-squiggles/15439)
**Author:** [@cogdog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cogdog)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2025, 2:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mystery-cgm-squiggles/15439 "2025-09-06T14:46:35Z")
The ongoing unexplained patterns of T1D. Or just me. I wake at 6:45am for coffee with my wife. My tandem indicates a 3.7 red earning with flat trend. Rather than rushing for dextrose, I’m up at 7 and turn off the pump w… --- ## [HACK TO FSL2 ](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hack-to-fsl2/15420)
**Author:** [@Ar3m2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Ar3m2)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2025, 1:18am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hack-to-fsl2/15420 "2025-09-04T01:18:47Z")
Hello guys, As you know, FSL2 prices are constantly getting price hikes, at least in my country. I was able to extend the sensor usage after 14 days with helper apps for FSL1. However, this has been fixed for FSL2. I ha… --- ## [Dexcom Receiver Recall](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-receiver-recall/15361)
**Author:** [@TomH](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TomH)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2025, 10:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-receiver-recall/15361 "2025-07-25T22:44:31Z")
FDA and Dexcom have apparently announced a recall of CGM receivers. This is NOT the CGM device you attach to yourself (sensor, transmitter, combo), just the small handheld phone like receiver. The recall affects the G6, … --- ## [Sure, that's a "steady" trendline](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sure-thats-a-steady-trendline/15339)
**Author:** [@RachelMaraii](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/RachelMaraii)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2025, 10:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sure-thats-a-steady-trendline/15339 "2025-07-15T22:29:16Z")
I’m unreasonably annoyed by this trendline today. The t:slim showed this as a “steady arrow.” Control IQ even turned off my basal, but somehow it’s still “steady”? :sweat\_smile: The Dexcom G7 app was better, at least… --- ## [Anyone having a problem getting G7 sensors?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-having-a-problem-getting-g7-sensors/15268)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2025, 11:58pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-having-a-problem-getting-g7-sensors/15268 "2025-07-01T23:58:02Z")
Is there a shortage? --- ## [After 5 Months, First Fail of G7 Sensor and it happened TWICE](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/after-5-months-first-fail-of-g7-sensor-and-it-happened-twice/15313)
**Author:** [@cogdog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cogdog)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2025, 12:04am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/after-5-months-first-fail-of-g7-sensor-and-it-happened-twice/15313 "2025-06-18T00:04:21Z")
I’ve had smooth use and changes on my Dexcom G7 since starting in January… until yesterday. Around mid-day on a sensor at about 50% of the way through use, I got the alert that it was not reading data. I waited 3 hours … --- ## [Update G7 iphone app?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/update-g7-iphone-app/15224)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2025, 6:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/update-g7-iphone-app/15224 "2025-06-06T18:38:35Z")
My Dexcom G7 app is hectoring me to update, just started doing this today. I am using iPhone SE, ios 18.3.2. Has anybody installed this update yet and if so, how is it working out so far? --- ## [Dexcom G7 no adhesive](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-no-adhesive/15295)
**Author:** [@Rebmo](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Rebmo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2025, 1:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-no-adhesive/15295 "2025-05-26T13:16:23Z")
FYI a few weeks back I attempted to insert a new sensor and after pushing the insert button noticed nothing there when I lifted the inserter. My first thought was that it was missing. Then I noticed it on the floor with … [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/glucose-monitors-cgms/65.md) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/glucose-monitors-cgms/65.md?page=2)