# T1D Tech & Daily Management Support **URL:** https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/c/t1d-tech-daily-management-support/174.md [Latest](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/categories.md) --- ## [About the T1D Tech & Daily Management Support category](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/about-the-t1d-tech-daily-management-support-category/73503)
**Author:** [@Pookiemom](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/Pookiemom)\ **Replies:** 0
See what people are talking about in T1D management and tech. --- ## [Any users of the iLet Pump here](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/any-users-of-the-ilet-pump-here/75225)
**Author:** [@Disco2](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/Disco2)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 3:00pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/any-users-of-the-ilet-pump-here/75225 "2026-09-25T15:00:10Z")
Hi ALL, I read the 2025 posts threads on the iLet…can users of this pump give me some updated experience feedback on it. I’ve decided to switch so I can be more automated. I should get it in about 10 days. I am more tha… --- ## [Blood backwashing up the tube?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/blood-backwashing-up-the-tube/75233)
**Author:** [@Disco2](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/Disco2)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 8:16pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/blood-backwashing-up-the-tube/75233 "2026-09-17T20:16:08Z")
I’m on the T:slim using 23’ TruSteel, in the pigtail blood backwashed from the needle up the tube. I have never had that happen before? has anyone else? I took a picture of it, but no need to post that…is this some reaso… --- ## [Weight Loss and Dexcom correlation?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/weight-loss-and-dexcom-correlation/73164)
**Author:** [@Karii0907](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/Karii0907)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 12:00pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/weight-loss-and-dexcom-correlation/73164 "2026-09-08T12:00:32Z")
Hi all, I’ve recently started using the Dexcom G6 and Omnipod system. Over all it has definitely helped me manage my diabetes a lot better than before, but I am still figuring out how both systems work. Ever since gett… --- ## [Tandem Mobi](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/tandem-mobi/75218)
**Author:** [@mkenni](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/mkenni)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 1:31am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/tandem-mobi/75218 "2026-08-29T01:31:29Z")
I have several questions about the Mobi as I need to decide if I should get one now as my renewal is up. Currently I am using between 43 and 54 units of insulin a day. Does the Mobi also send out alarms or alerts? … --- ## [Dex G6 transmitters](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/dex-g6-transmitters/75216)
**Author:** [@byoung7998](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/byoung7998)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 8:20pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/dex-g6-transmitters/75216 "2026-08-20T20:20:08Z")
I’m T1, dx in 1985, almost 60 years old now. We all know Dex discontinued the G6 sensors and transmitters effective 7/1/2026. I have a decent supply of sensors. Once I use all of them up, I will be left with 2 transmi… --- ## [Carbohydrate counting app for diabetics](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/carbohydrate-counting-app-for-diabetics/72854)
**Author:** [@eroig13](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/eroig13)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 1:17pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/carbohydrate-counting-app-for-diabetics/72854 "2026-08-17T13:17:38Z")
I am not interested in comprehensive app that one has to enter glucose etc and it’s mostly for weight loss. The only app that only has nutritional information including carbs is Calorie King, but doesn’t include many fo… --- ## [Do you use extra adhesive overlays for your sensor or pump?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/do-you-use-extra-adhesive-overlays-for-your-sensor-or-pump/75205)
**Author:** [@james.j.igoe](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/james.j.igoe)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 2:51am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/do-you-use-extra-adhesive-overlays-for-your-sensor-or-pump/75205 "2026-08-12T02:51:14Z")
I am finding the pump overlays a bit too much - it hurts to pull off, especially with hair - and I’m wondering if the sensor one makes sense, or if anyone has as any nuances about usage. --- ## [Has anyone used an app that calculates carbs using a photo?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/has-anyone-used-an-app-that-calculates-carbs-using-a-photo/74964)
**Author:** [@wadawabbit](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/wadawabbit)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 1:13pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/has-anyone-used-an-app-that-calculates-carbs-using-a-photo/74964 "2026-08-11T13:13:41Z")
There are a number of apps available that use AI to estimate carbs based on a photo of what you’re planning to eat. “Estimate” is of course the operative word but I’m wondering if anyone has tried one and how well it wor… --- ## [Libre 3 Plus showing Wide Swings](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/libre-3-plus-showing-wide-swings/75042)
**Author:** [@Dave52](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/Dave52)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 5:13pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/libre-3-plus-showing-wide-swings/75042 "2026-07-25T17:13:58Z")
Greetings All & Happy New Year, I’m aware of the false low readings with Libre, and the expected difference between finger pricks and CGM values, I believe this is different. This morning I had a CGM of 100, 20 minute… --- ## [Upset and Frustrated with DexCom](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/upset-and-frustrated-with-dexcom/75199)
**Author:** [@Dennis](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/Dennis)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 9:07am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/upset-and-frustrated-with-dexcom/75199 "2026-07-23T09:07:12Z")
As many members on this Forum may recall, I have been a strong supporter for the DexCom products and what I referred to as very strong and responsive Technical Services and Customer Care. My experience over recent days h… --- ## [Open Source Automated Insulin Dosing Software](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/open-source-automated-insulin-dosing-software/75137)
**Author:** [@spdif](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/spdif)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 8:07pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/open-source-automated-insulin-dosing-software/75137 "2026-07-09T20:07:10Z")
Continuing the discussion from Practical places to wear a pod?: @pady87 How’d you decide on Trio? I thought it’d be neat to start a topic on Trio, Loop, AndroidAPS, OpenAPS and any others for those that are curious. … --- ## [Tandem t:slim X2 New Mount Research](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/tandem-t-slim-x2-new-mount-research/75191)
**Author:** [@aylaarn](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/aylaarn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 7:38pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/tandem-t-slim-x2-new-mount-research/75191 "2026-06-30T19:38:43Z")
Hello! I have received an engineering summer research grant and I am conducting research to design and prototype a new mount for the Tandem Insulin Pump (t:slim X2). One of my close friends has type one diabetes and use… --- ## [First time experience with Omnipod 5 - Advice?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/first-time-experience-with-omnipod-5-advice/75180)
**Author:** [@james.j.igoe](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/james.j.igoe)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 11:30am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/first-time-experience-with-omnipod-5-advice/75180 "2026-06-30T11:30:47Z")
The first day was yesterday and seemed great, but while sleeping, my blood sugar dropped below 55. Little helped, so I ate too much sugar, and then corrected the defaults for my bolus and correction. That worked, and I w… --- ## [Omnipod Urgent: Medical Device Correction](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-urgent-medical-device-correction/75167)
**Author:** [@spdif](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/spdif)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2026, 10:19am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-urgent-medical-device-correction/75167 "2026-06-17T10:19:35Z")
Insulet has issued a second Medical Device Correction (recall) for the same tubing defect in additional Omnipod 5 lots and expanded the recall to include some Dash and Eros pods. May 2026 Urgent Medical Device Correctio… --- ## [Zone 2 Training and Hypoglycemia](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/zone-2-training-and-hypoglycemia/75153)
**Author:** [@james.j.igoe](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/james.j.igoe)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 3:06pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/zone-2-training-and-hypoglycemia/75153 "2026-06-15T15:06:09Z")
I’ve been changing my workout routine to add more Zone 2 training. Previously, I spent too much time working hard, with 3 days 4x4, 3 days Zone 3 (threshold), and 2 days devoted to strength using weights, kettlebells, an… --- ## [Weight Loss and Insulin Pump Site Issues](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/weight-loss-and-insulin-pump-site-issues/75175)
**Author:** [@ckheim](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/ckheim)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 12:53pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/weight-loss-and-insulin-pump-site-issues/75175 "2026-06-03T12:53:55Z")
Through the past couple of years, I’ve been able to lose an excessive amount of weight. Even though it’s been really rewarding to do so, now I’m noticing since I have saggy skin on my stomach that it’s hard to get my ins… --- ## [Practical places to wear a pod?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/practical-places-to-wear-a-pod/75119)
**Author:** [@spdif](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/spdif)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 11:22pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/practical-places-to-wear-a-pod/75119 "2026-05-29T23:22:21Z")
MDI worked for 35 years but I’m ready for some help from a pump connected to my CGM. I picked Omnipod Dash + Loop and my doc sent in a prescription. Y’all have been awesome sharing your experiences using pumps so I’m n… --- ## [Dexcom announces G8 sensor](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/dexcom-announces-g8-sensor/75164)
**Author:** [@spdif](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/spdif)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 8:00pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/dexcom-announces-g8-sensor/75164 "2026-05-19T20:00:33Z")
From the BreakthroughT1D Pipeline Dexcom unveiled its next-generation CGM, the G8, which will be 50% smaller than the G7 and have advanced sensing capabilities that will allow it to adapt to each user. Dexcom laid ou… --- ## [Tubeless pump news as of 2026](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/tubeless-pump-news-as-of-2026/75163)
**Author:** [@spdif](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/spdif)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 6:41am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/tubeless-pump-news-as-of-2026/75163 "2026-05-19T06:41:27Z")
Continuing the discussion from Zone 2 Training and Hypoglycemia: James said he was considering a tubeless pump so I thought a quick review of what is currently available and what’s coming might be useful. Available… --- ## [Do you use a medical ID?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/do-you-use-a-medical-id/71016)
**Author:** [@wadawabbit](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/wadawabbit)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 10:01am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/do-you-use-a-medical-id/71016 "2026-05-15T10:01:30Z")
I hope the moderators will allow a simple survey. I’m not being nosey, but another topic branched off into a discussion of medical identification so I’m asking out of curiosity: do you or your Type1 loved one use any of… --- ## [Dexcom G7 15 day available and end of G6](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/dexcom-g7-15-day-available-and-end-of-g6/75021)
**Author:** [@spdif](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/spdif)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2026, 8:34pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/dexcom-g7-15-day-available-and-end-of-g6/75021 "2026-04-19T20:34:37Z")
Big news in the BT1D Pipeline email. The Dexcom G7 15 day version is available from DME suppliers starting December 2025, pharmacy retailers “soon”. Compatible with Omnipod 5 and iLet pumps at launch, https://investor… --- ## [Bloodsugar rises during night time](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/bloodsugar-rises-during-night-time/74501)
**Author:** [@AnasstasiaKup](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/AnasstasiaKup)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2026, 4:44pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/bloodsugar-rises-during-night-time/74501 "2026-03-29T16:44:14Z")
Hi everyone! For almost 2 years now I’ve been using an insulin pump and a Dexcom sensor (but not a closed-loop) When I first got introduced to the pump, my night time Blood sugar levels were pretty good for a month - a… --- ## [ICU IV insulin management - what to expect](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/icu-iv-insulin-management-what-to-expect/75102)
**Author:** [@vavi1](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/vavi1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2026, 3:50pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/icu-iv-insulin-management-what-to-expect/75102 "2026-03-28T15:50:47Z")
Hi everyone, I’m posting here because I’m trying to understand something that happened to a very close friend of mine during an ICU admission at Stanford Hospital in June 2025. I am a Type 1 diabetic myself and have an … --- ## [Dexcom G7 app crashing on Android](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/dexcom-g7-app-crashing-on-android/75103)
**Author:** [@rich\_bruce](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/rich_bruce)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2026, 9:51pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/dexcom-g7-app-crashing-on-android/75103 "2026-03-26T21:51:06Z")
I’m running Dexcom G7 on Android 14 on a Google Pixel 8A phone and the App keeps crashing. Wondering if anyone else is having this problem? The issue is sporadic and hence difficult to resolve (typically seems to happen … --- ## [Anyone using the instinct sensor by abbot for medtronics?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/anyone-using-the-instinct-sensor-by-abbot-for-medtronics/75096)
**Author:** [@MikeW](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/MikeW)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2026, 11:58am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/anyone-using-the-instinct-sensor-by-abbot-for-medtronics/75096 "2026-03-12T11:58:10Z")
Hi All I just started my first instinct sensor!. They say you don’t need an overtape, and I’m debating whether I should use one or not. I am thinking of leaving it off for this one and seeing what happens. I figure th… --- ## [Tandem App not working with Android phones](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/tandem-app-not-working-with-android-phones/75053)
**Author:** [@cathmets](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/cathmets)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2026, 1:36pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/tandem-app-not-working-with-android-phones/75053 "2026-03-06T13:36:23Z")
Does anyone know if there is a fix for the Tandem App which constantly disconnects on a daily basis?? I asked for help on this over a year ago and basically get no answer other than sorry. :upside\_down\_face: --- ## [Finally - Good Sensor Patch](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/finally-good-sensor-patch/75094)
**Author:** [@Dave52](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/Dave52)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2026, 1:52am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/finally-good-sensor-patch/75094 "2026-03-06T01:52:17Z")
Disclaimer: I have no relationship with the manufacturer or vendor(s), just thrilled I found a good patch. After 6 years, I feel I have found a patch that stays on and by far has the best approach to applying without it… --- ## [How Should I Wear My Pump?](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/how-should-i-wear-my-pump/75072)
**Author:** [@Eviegrace961](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/Eviegrace961)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2026, 10:45am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/how-should-i-wear-my-pump/75072 "2026-02-27T10:45:48Z")
Hi everyone I have been using a pump for almost a year now and still struggling with wearing it. I am quite small, so even a small pump (Ypsomed) feels quite bulky. I have tried getting straps/bands to wear on my body b… --- ## [I have the opportunity to switch to iLet](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/i-have-the-opportunity-to-switch-to-ilet/74985)
**Author:** [@wadawabbit](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/wadawabbit)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2026, 9:42pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/i-have-the-opportunity-to-switch-to-ilet/74985 "2026-02-22T21:42:06Z")
I’ve been on Omnipod for a while and was intrigued by the ilet when it first came out. Since there is no commitment with Omnipod I could have switched - but iLet wasn’t covered by my insurance. I started on Medicare th… [Next page](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/c/t1d-tech-daily-management-support/174.md?page=1)