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    When purchasing a new smartphone, do you consider the phone’s compatibility with T1D devices and apps?

    Home > LC Polls > When purchasing a new smartphone, do you consider the phone’s compatibility with T1D devices and apps?
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    21 Comments

    1. Wanacure

      Yes, I did AND I REGRET IT.

      1. I had to pay more.

      2. Transmitting your personal medical info (easily hackable) via WiFi or the internet can violate your privacy resulting in higher insurance costs.

      3. I want my doctor to see the good, bad and ugly of my lifestyle and blood glucose levels. With a smartphone, you can” “adjust” your blood glucose readings. This is a very self-defeating choice IMHO.

      If your doctor gives you bad advice on objective readings, FIND ANOTHER DOCTOR. TRYING TO FOOL YOUR DOCTOR IS NOT IN YOUR BEST INTEREST.

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    2. connie ker

      I know I am certainly in the minority, but I bought my first mobile phone in 2019. Being a senior with T1D, I decided to start simple and purchased a Jitterbug Flip phone for seniors. The larger buttons, ease of use, and a 5Star alert button all seemed good options for me when I am out. When I am home, I use this laptop and landline phones. The contract for the Jitterbug flip is $14.99 plus the tax and surcharges = $22 a month. I can take pics, unlimited texting, and 250 minutes monthly, but no DATA.

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    3. Clare Fishman

      I am using my phone to Loop so it does a lot more than just be a phone for me. It is command central for all insulin delivery.

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    4. Larry Martin

      T1D devices should be required to be compatibile with EVERY smartphone. T1D controls enough of our lives. If these companies do not care enough to be universal, screw them! It’s my life. My choice.

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    5. Jenn Velez

      That’s my first thought when buying a smartphone.

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    6. Retired and glad

      I use my phone to see my CGM readings, count my steps (and stair climbs), and hold other health data. The calendar alerts me to doctor visits and other important appointments. Sometimes it seems that actually using it as a phone is secondary. I also now have an Apple Watch which delivers all that to my wrist, meaning I don’t have to continually pull out my phone. Even better. I believe in embracing the technology, because every new innovation helps me improve my life.

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    7. Sue Martin

      I brought a phone then returned it since it didn’t allow my DexCom app. I am glad that I did. Same with a smartwatch.

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    8. Lawrence S.

      I spent an extra $100+ to buy a Samsung Galaxy A71 5G phone. I downloaded the Dexcom G6 app. I tried it for about 1 1/2 months. During that period, my transmitter signal got lost between 8 and 32 times per day. I worked with Dexcom technical staff and Tandem technical staff. We could not figure the problem. They replaced numerous sensors, two or three transmitters, and finally tried a new Tandem X2 pump exchange. I finally figured out that the Dexcom G6 app was causing the problem. When I turned off the G6 app., all of my problems went away. So now I get my readings from my pump. My Dexcom receiver is not working (went through several of those). They are too expensive to keep replacing. Medicare won’t pay for another one for 5 years. I went through a lot of expense, and stress with no benefit from using the phone app.

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    9. kristina blake

      I answered no. Two reasons: First my TAndem pump and Dexcom are integrated, I can see my bg on my pump, and take whatever action I need to. It is also easy to upload to my computer on TConnect and the data goes to the Endo’s office. Second, I choose phones for my partner and I that are similar to the ones we are replacing (we are android phone folks) and let’s just say he is a painter and sculptor, well-versed in centuries old technology – moving into the 21st century kicking and screaming. The second reason is that I don’t always want to have to carry the (damned) phone with me. Don’t know if it’s cuz I was on call 24/7 at times while I was working or what, but I have a sense of freedom when the phone is at home and I’m not! The pump is connected to me and my clothing. I don’t have to carry anything else.

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    10. Tina Roberts

      I’ve always used an iPhone, so I don’t worry. It seems everything uses iPhone.

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    11. Kristine Warmecke

      No, but I use iPhones. Mostly because I can take all business info with me, so I’m not tied to being home to run it. I try to use the tConnect app, when it stay’s connected, so I don’t have to worry about uploading to my laptop, and my endocrinologist has access to real time readings.

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    12. George Lovelace

      iPhone

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    13. Patricia Kilwein

      I have minimed 770g. The minimed app works great with my Samsung phone. Just bought Samsung s20.

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    14. Janis Senungetuk

      Yes, that’s the primary reason. I also control my hearing aids with a phone app.

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    15. Brad Cohen

      This question and it’s answers are a bit misleading. Yes, I consider it but wouldn’t not buy an iPhone because the new omnipod doesn’t have an app for it yet.

      1 year ago Log in to Reply
    16. betsy valian

      for something this important… I use the receiver for the CGM exclusively.

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    17. Sarah Berry

      I have not in the past but will be with future purchase.

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    18. Beth F

      Currently use a phone that is not “Dexcom-approved” and found a developer to make it work anyway. Dexcom and phone companies/software shouldn’t be determining this stuff anyway. There’s almost always a work-around. I feel safer with a receiver since there’s only bluetooth to keep the data local to the device.

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    19. Molly Jones

      I chose yes, as I had only had one inexpensive mobile phone before using Dexcom, but it was necessary to purchase an iphone unless I wanted to carry along another medical device provided by Dexcom. The cost was very shocking. I think they have expanded their compatible phones now.

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    20. Donna Owens

      This was the first time I considered T1D devices/apps when purchasing a new smartphone; but it wasn’t a primary factor in my decision.

      1 year ago Log in to Reply
    21. PamK

      I always check to see if the phone is compatible with my Dexcom.

      1 year ago Log in to Reply

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