# C/GM **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/glucose-monitors-cgms/65.md?page=12 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 13 --- ## [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? --- ## [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 … --- ## [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 … --- ## [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… --- ## [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 … --- ## [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… --- ## [New Procedures for getting a new Receiver?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-procedures-for-getting-a-new-receiver/7103)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2019, 1:45am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-procedures-for-getting-a-new-receiver/7103 "2019-03-31T01:45:30Z")
Our receiver has broken multiple times in the past and we were shipped a new one immediately. This time when Erin called, they said they’re not sending us a new one until we first send back the old one so that they can … --- ## [How to use the Freestyle Libre anywhere, without a reader](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-use-the-freestyle-libre-anywhere-without-a-reader/2120)
**Author:** [@MaryPat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MaryPat)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 8:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-use-the-freestyle-libre-anywhere-without-a-reader/2120 "2019-03-28T20:16:06Z")
I am really interested in the Freestyle Libre, which is not available yet in the US. I have looked into what it would take to use it. Many forum threads discuss it, so finding info is easy. Finding good info is harder. S… --- ## [Expired Dexcom sensors?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/expired-dexcom-sensors/511)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2019, 6:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/expired-dexcom-sensors/511 "2019-03-24T18:46:16Z")
I am curious if anyone has a good sense of how well expired sensors work, and what their effective duration truly is. I don't mean how many days they can function when used but how many months past their due date they ca… --- ## [Dexcom Share/Follow - Warning - Must Upgrade Android OS](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-share-follow-warning-must-upgrade-android-os/6904)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2019, 4:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-share-follow-warning-must-upgrade-android-os/6904 "2019-03-07T16:43:31Z")
I just noticed a warning message on the Tablet I use to Follow the Dexcom cgm data. This is the tablet I keep the Dexcom Follow App on the nightstand so I can see the cgm data at night without having to touch anything. … --- ## [Reset G5 Transmitter](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/reset-g5-transmitter/6842)
**Author:** [@1Fulana](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/1Fulana)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2019, 2:23am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/reset-g5-transmitter/6842 "2019-03-04T02:23:32Z")
I’d like to reset my G5 transmitter. My glucoses are sent to my Tandem 2Xslim pump. I do not have them sent to my smartPhone or a transmitter. Is there a way to do do the reset without an iphone and mac computer? I will… --- ## [Help! Objective time-in-range data?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/help-objective-time-in-range-data/6405)
**Author:** [@briopelle](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/briopelle)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 12:13am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/help-objective-time-in-range-data/6405 "2019-02-27T00:13:49Z")
I am a type 2 determined to get this blood sugar thing under control. I am using the Freestyle Libre CGM and would like to get some honest and objective information about ideal range. It seems to me that folks on this s… --- ## [Will Dexcom honor sensor failure if one is using xDrip+?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/will-dexcom-honor-sensor-failure-if-one-is-using-xdrip/6746)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2019, 2:56am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/will-dexcom-honor-sensor-failure-if-one-is-using-xdrip/6746 "2019-02-26T02:56:59Z")
Just as the question says. I just had a sensor failure after 8 days and am going to call them to get a replacement, but I’d like to know if they can find out that I’m using xDrip+ and won’t honor the replacement policy b… --- ## [G6 signal erratic losses with xDrip+](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-signal-erratic-losses-with-xdrip/6195)
**Author:** [@Kywalh](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Kywalh)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2019, 8:19pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-signal-erratic-losses-with-xdrip/6195 "2019-02-25T20:19:02Z")
Hi all, I just moved today from FSL and miaomiao to G6 for my 10 yo daughter. I have the latest xdrip release and the warm up went well… However, since that, I keep on having signal losses erratically… Sometimes it wo… --- ## [Xdrip+ / nightscout to clarity via what app?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-nightscout-to-clarity-via-what-app/5531)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2019, 2:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-nightscout-to-clarity-via-what-app/5531 "2019-02-25T14:29:29Z")
My endo doesn’t mind me using Xdrip+ or even Nightscout, but says that due to HIPA regulations they cannot get my #s off a web site and I have to FAX them in if I need tweaking help. I know I read somewhere that there i… --- ## [Mongo Lab Cloud Provider](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mongo-lab-cloud-provider/3391)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2019, 2:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mongo-lab-cloud-provider/3391 "2019-02-25T14:18:23Z")
I was beginning the process over again (new account) in the hopes of getting a successful Nightscout/xDrip+ setup and came to the following screen when configuring my Mongo Lab account. My question is…if I’m deploying t… --- ## [Time zone and data integrity problem with Dexcom and Omnipod data](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/time-zone-and-data-integrity-problem-with-dexcom-and-omnipod-data/6606)
**Author:** [@jbowler](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jbowler)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2019, 3:33am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/time-zone-and-data-integrity-problem-with-dexcom-and-omnipod-data/6606 "2019-02-25T03:33:59Z")
xDrip+ should be doing the convertion internally since Linux uses that timezone (well, it uses UTC). I have to admit I haven’t tested xDrip+ across a timezone yet, but I don’t see how an Android app could mess it up. T… --- ## [Why are my G5 sensors not lasting as long?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-are-my-g5-sensors-not-lasting-as-long/5420)
**Author:** [@Kaelan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Kaelan)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2019, 6:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-are-my-g5-sensors-not-lasting-as-long/5420 "2019-02-24T18:36:42Z")
I have \[…\] been having sensor problems with the G5 for about 6 months: before, I could make them last 10-14 days, but in the past 6 months I have been having a hard time getting them to last just 7 days: we have to ask f… --- ## [First sensor failure since Dexcom announced massive layoffs of its support staff](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-sensor-failure-since-dexcom-announced-massive-layoffs-of-its-support-staff/6757)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2019, 1:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-sensor-failure-since-dexcom-announced-massive-layoffs-of-its-support-staff/6757 "2019-02-24T01:40:54Z")
Samson had a sensor failure that occurred right on startup today, so we had to call Dexcom to get it replaced. The support staff was clearly new, struggled through all the menus, were slightly rude about things like gett… --- ## [Has Dexcom intentionally broken Sensors?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/has-dexcom-intentionally-broken-sensors/6748)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2019, 7:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/has-dexcom-intentionally-broken-sensors/6748 "2019-02-22T19:26:47Z")
I ask this because, prior to beginning our second sensor session (1st 7 days just ended), we had ZERO interruptions in data…I mean not a single dot missing. But no sooner than we re-calibrated and input the 2 blood drop… --- ## [CGM users: how much checking is too much?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-users-how-much-checking-is-too-much/6698)
**Author:** [@Mel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mel)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2019, 10:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-users-how-much-checking-is-too-much/6698 "2019-02-20T22:59:05Z")
Hi Guys, I came across this post as I recently got the MiaoMiao + Spike to use with my Libre (which I have been using on it’s own for 2yrs). But the question I wanted to ask is how much is too much to check your levels w… --- ## [How Long do Dexcom G5 Transmitters Last Past the "SB", or Ship By Date?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-long-do-dexcom-g5-transmitters-last-past-the-sb-or-ship-by-date/6618)
**Author:** [@Diabeetus4Life](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Diabeetus4Life)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2019, 1:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-long-do-dexcom-g5-transmitters-last-past-the-sb-or-ship-by-date/6618 "2019-02-20T01:17:03Z")
I am simply curious to find out how long a Dexcom G5 Transmitter will last past the SB, or Sell By date. I called in to Dexcom and asked this question, but the tech support didn’t seem to have an answer. Anyone have any … [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/glucose-monitors-cgms/65.md?page=11) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-tips-tech-gear/glucose-monitors-cgms/65.md?page=13)