Do you watch this enough to respond to questions? You are well put together with your information and i want to point some questions to you if its ok. I'm about to walk out the door but will update this later if your ok with questions. I'm about the most unstable high maintenance diabetic you'd ever meet and you seem like a great guy to ask!
Awesome video, quick question tho, on a android, does the media volume have to be up to be able to hear the g7 alerts? Like with my freestyle 3, I cld watch a TH-cam vid on low volume when I was going to bed, and if I had a low, the freestyle alarm would be loud "which is good for me" but the g7 alerts are low if my media is low😢
I have two questions first question is I know you use a lot of Apple products but do you have any suggestions for an Android phone user that wants to use a watch a smartwatch to watch their Dexcom 7 readings second question is do you see any difference in your readings when you use your G7 on your abdomen
Thanks for the run-through. May I make a suggestion though? Fo those of us who just started, it would be helpful if you could have pinpoints or highlights where you are clicking on and go just a little slower!
I have G6, and I have the transmiter, which I am a huge fan of, not to worry if the phone is not compatible or not, I am happy with that and work great 😊.
type of exercise would be very good - zone 2 ( walking -jogging- running- biking- rowing ) or HIIT ( distance reps and intervals ) or weights ( power- strength or bulk) Also A1C Na dexa scan results an apoB results would be great to enter so all is in one place.
I do like having the Clarity data and GMI data, but understand that the GMI and a1C will be little different. My theory is that the difference comes from the Clarity app being a simpler integration of the curve of the data while an actual a1c test is time-weighted as the hemoglobin cells have a relatively short life, so more recent blood glucose is more heavily weighted in an actual a1c test. I'll have to check out the Clarity app on the computer, as it looks like it has all the reports on the phone app programmed as navigable tabs, which is awesome.
@@timlist4173 I'm actually suffering from that today! G7 keeps alarming saying I have a dangerous low and fingersticks continue to say that's not the case, but my calibration was rejected, so it keeps alarming and, sadly, shutting off the basal on my pump, driving my actual BGs higher. This is frustrating fo rsure.
dexcom g7 app should allow entry of oral AODM meds and testosterone and T# and T$ they all affect glucose levels. also protein intake as protein is converted to glucose when you eat more protein that you are using for building all cells in your body. Currently you can only do carbs and insulin.
I really like the way you breakdown every single detail. I wanted to know if there’s a way to change the background color to dark or dark mode to be able to see the graph more easily?
The Bluetooth code DXCMxx is not known as the G6 was the last 2 characters of the calibration code. Makes it impossible to determine which code to forget. I have been keeping track of the DXCM codes since sensor #1 just to stay informed. Dexcom has not answered my inquiry as yet regarding this issue. Have A Sparkling Day! John P McLaughlin Sr
Hi Justin, I thought adults (after age 7) should apply sensor on their arms, but not one's abdomen? In addition to the Dexcom sensor, I also wear an OmniPod 5, so I don't necessarily want to wear both devices on my arm.
The Dexcom g7 app should record when you add a new sensor and when it's replaced. I had 2 sensors fail in a few days from one another and the tech kept asking me when I put them in. I'm a diabetic...my memory is fried!
Love the new longer form content and representation from another queer t1d ☺️ Any idea if there are other smart assistant integrations for Android i.e. Google assistant? I'd love to have this when driving
How can I see a chart of my daughters numbers rather than dragging my finger across the screen to see the numbers? I’m interested in seeing the numbers since day one of having the dexcom. For reference she has only had the dexcom for 7 days so we are brand new to this. Checking her sugar and managing lows is all brand new to me. I plan to go through and watch more of your dexcom g7 videos to help me learn, thank you for this!
Do you mean there is a different app other than Clarity on my iPhone that I should be using to track my dad’s sugar levels? Is it called “Dexcom”? Confused newbie Dr. said he can share readings with 5 people max. You mention up to 10? How do I add more than 5? Thank you- daughter helping Dad. We are learning together.
Question: Can I wear the G7 on my stomach like you are showing? I am a side sleeper. And I am new to the G7 and will be following your app instructions for iPhone. I have not even put the first sensor on yet. I am still trying to fiqure it all out. Many thanks for your help. New subscriber.
I thought you would have started with the install of the mobile app. I have a newer Motorola Android and the app not available in Play store, so I cant follow your video
Does anyone know why if I close the app it doesn’t measure my sugar levels anymore and the connection to the g7 is disconnecting as soon as I close the app?
Wondering if we leave the house and we want to know the reading of the person that we are watching but can't get a signal so it's true that you can always be 20 feet away from the person in order to get the signal right
I'm new with Dexcom, G7. I made a mistake and hit a wrong key for my number window. It should be 180 highest lowest 80. It's now 180 and lowest 55. How do I change the 55 to 80.
Hi Justine, Thank you for the video. I will start my Dexcom G7 sensors in a week. Do you know if there is any advantage in getting the Dexcom receiver? Is the receiver just for folks who don't have a smart device? Thanks.
It seems that dexcom has updated the g7 app and now it is slow on my phone, switching from glucose to history takes about 15 seconds or more. Android ver 13.
Any suggestions on how to sync Dexcom G7 to my iPhone 11? I am new at this and my patch was installed February 1 and it is the 7th and it is still not working
I was wondering if you know if you can use the receiver and a phone at the same time with the g7? I am in the process of getting the tslim x2. I am hoping they work together by the end of the 🤞. I have been on medtronic for over 10yrs. Decided to switch to the other side
I am getting much different reading on finger stick than the Dexcom 7 I use to use the Libre 3 and it was more in line but I just went to Medicare and Dexcom is covered . I do have both arms covered in tattoos so there is no way to avoid placing the sensor without hitting a tattoo
Does the app have a facility to switch or convert between mmol/l and mg/dl? My daughter is used to mg/dl and is currently in the UK and is thinking of getting the Dexcom G7 but is being told that if she gets the G7 from the UK the readings will only be in mmol/l.
can the g7 sensor be worn on the stomach? seems like all the YT videos show wearing the sensor on the backside of the Arm, but for me I most likely will get it ripped off...please help......thanks
@@diabe_tech I just asked that above. My doctor put in a prescription for nine sensor and another prescription for the Receiver kit. Glad I can do without another device.
I’m using the DexCom G7. I’ve found that the 20 foot limit is more of an issue with the G7 then the G6. I like the G7 because it’s only one step instead of 2. But that 20 Bluetooth range sucks. I have other health issues that make me take it off the charger more then once during the night. Who ever thought of giving these devices a 20 foot Bluetooth range didn’t consider that a DexCom user may have other health issues besides diabetes. That’s pretty narrow minded. Also I find that if I get an out of range signal, I can’t do what I used too to get it back again. This part really sucks.
New to G7, why am I getting TWO notification, android? One says app running and the other one says what my BS is currently. I had G6 previously and only had BS reading. Do I need to change settings somewhere?
@@bryandraughn9830 hahaha 🤣 I don’t remember my own thoughts either. I was probably doing a bunch of things at one time and hearing my daughter was in the hospital. It’s all good 👍 incomplete thought. INFJ thang! Hahaha 🤣
@@bryandraughn9830 I remember now. On the I phone will the new Mobi pump operation be similar to the original screen? Will more settings and controls be available since the Mobi pump doesn’t have a screen? You were talking a bit fast for this old man I was asking you to slow down your speech. Will you be able to turn on sleep mode and exercise mode on I phone to have more control of insulin delivery on Mobi pump? Will you be able to use both G7 and G6 transmitters with the new Mobi pump and move back and forth between the two sensors? If I download the G7 to iPhone must I then only G7 sensors? Yes I had a lot going on that day! Daughters back at work thanks for asking. Love those that hate you!
As a new user of G7, does making changes to the android phone app get sent to the actual G7 unit? Or, do I need to change both app and G7 to get these various alerts and calibration to stay in sync with each other? Also, I found that the G7 is reading 25 units higher than a meter.... When I change the sensor calibration, do I need to recalibrate with each change, or, is the calibrate corrected for all future sensors?
Everything is done on the app. It is normal for there to be a difference in readings. All cgms are off a bit, sometimes. There is a margin of error up to about 8%. That said, calibrations can help, but there are no rules. Cgms help us understand how foods effect us and very helpful for knowing when we are rising/dropping and how quickly (in case we need to address). Also, cgms read your sugar levels from 15/20 mins ago, so it’s normal to be off if you are moving up or down.
@@diabe_tech a consistent 26 unit+ seems like a calibration is in order. I get a 20/20 variation but if it is always 26+ then it seems time to calibrate for a closer reading especially when there is a level reading for over an hour (no food time period)
Question: with libre3, if u get further away from phone that 20 feet, you get an error when u come back in range and sensor app stops working. How is g7 with distance away from sensor app?
G7 can be tricky with connection from far away. 20 feet really is the distance, sometimes have issues closer. It's been getting better though and I try to keep phone on me....
Did they fix the calibration issue that was with the G6? The issue was, the app reads 100, the finger stick reads 150, enter that 150 into the app calibration, then the app reads 112. You have to re-enter the true value several times to get the app reading to display the correct GC value. ust wondering. I start the G7 next week.... Thanks
@@diabe_tech Very true. I found out today from my Endocrinologist visit that these devices are very sensitive to a Diabetics kidney function. Some with renal failure will have issues with the device reading true.
Hi, I'd ask about your experience with the app's battery % consumption. My G6 app is dreadful to battery. Phone is tellong that ~45% goes for Dexcom app. That means I can only use phone for 1 hour per charge for other stuff. I've stopped using dexcom for now because of it and the phones battery is ok again..
But how to turn off that GOD AWFUL pop up that continually keeps showing you that "these are insulin does" over, and over, and over again on the main screen?! #annoyingAF
You're a real lifesaver because I was puzzled as to why I couldn't hear any of my alarms during my low-sugar moments. 😩😩🤣🤣🤦🏾♀️
yay glad I could help!!
Very educational, Justin! I just started using the G7, and this is helping me to get off to a great start!
Your video is great! My wife has the G6 and is just starting the G7. Thank you so much!
Do you watch this enough to respond to questions? You are well put together with your information and i want to point some questions to you if its ok. I'm about to walk out the door but will update this later if your ok with questions. I'm about the most unstable high maintenance diabetic you'd ever meet and you seem like a great guy to ask!
Go ahead and ask and I’ll do my best!
Awesome video, quick question tho, on a android, does the media volume have to be up to be able to hear the g7 alerts? Like with my freestyle 3, I cld watch a TH-cam vid on low volume when I was going to bed, and if I had a low, the freestyle alarm would be loud "which is good for me" but the g7 alerts are low if my media is low😢
Thank you for your help and knowledge! Could not figure out my question but you showed me how to calibrate my sensor! Thank you
I have two questions first question is I know you use a lot of Apple products but do you have any suggestions for an Android phone user that wants to use a watch a smartwatch to watch their Dexcom 7 readings second question is do you see any difference in your readings when you use your G7 on your abdomen
It does NOT work on all android phones. You need to let people know. I have an android wont work wth my phone.
Thanks for the run-through. May I make a suggestion though? Fo those of us who just started, it would be helpful if you could have pinpoints or highlights where you are clicking on and go just a little slower!
Will def do this moving forward. You can slow the video down - the TH-cam player allows you to slow down to a few different speeds.
@@diabe_tech Thanks!
Is there an android app?
I have G6, and I have the transmiter, which I am a huge fan of, not to worry if the phone is not compatible or not, I am happy with that and work great 😊.
type of exercise would be very good - zone 2 ( walking -jogging- running- biking- rowing ) or HIIT ( distance reps and intervals ) or weights ( power- strength or bulk) Also A1C Na dexa scan results an apoB results would be great to enter so all is in one place.
I do like having the Clarity data and GMI data, but understand that the GMI and a1C will be little different. My theory is that the difference comes from the Clarity app being a simpler integration of the curve of the data while an actual a1c test is time-weighted as the hemoglobin cells have a relatively short life, so more recent blood glucose is more heavily weighted in an actual a1c test. I'll have to check out the Clarity app on the computer, as it looks like it has all the reports on the phone app programmed as navigable tabs, which is awesome.
not to mention the g7 does not use blood glucose or any calibration errors.
@@timlist4173 I'm actually suffering from that today! G7 keeps alarming saying I have a dangerous low and fingersticks continue to say that's not the case, but my calibration was rejected, so it keeps alarming and, sadly, shutting off the basal on my pump, driving my actual BGs higher. This is frustrating fo rsure.
Thanks so much, Justin. You helped me with a couple of issues.
dexcom g7 app should allow entry of oral AODM meds and testosterone and T# and T$ they all affect glucose levels. also protein intake as protein is converted to glucose when you eat more protein that you are using for building all cells in your body. Currently you can only do carbs and insulin.
Is it possible to see a chart of, say, three days or a week instead of 24 hours? Thanks in advance!
I really like the way you breakdown every single detail. I wanted to know if there’s a way to change the background color to dark or dark mode to be able to see the graph more easily?
The Bluetooth code DXCMxx is not known as the G6 was the last 2 characters of the calibration code. Makes it impossible to determine which code to forget. I have been keeping track of the DXCM codes since sensor #1 just to stay informed. Dexcom has not answered my inquiry as yet regarding this issue. Have A Sparkling Day! John P McLaughlin Sr
The clarity app for the G7
doesn't work on my phone (Andriod from Consumer Celluar)
Hi Justin, I thought adults (after age 7) should apply sensor on their arms, but not one's abdomen? In addition to the Dexcom sensor, I also wear an OmniPod 5, so I don't necessarily want to wear both devices on my arm.
The Dexcom g7 app should record when you add a new sensor and when it's replaced. I had 2 sensors fail in a few days from one another and the tech kept asking me when I put them in. I'm a diabetic...my memory is fried!
Love the new longer form content and representation from another queer t1d ☺️ Any idea if there are other smart assistant integrations for Android i.e. Google assistant? I'd love to have this when driving
Yep, sure is! I’ll make a video ALLLL about it!! 🤓
How can I see a chart of my daughters numbers rather than dragging my finger across the screen to see the numbers? I’m interested in seeing the numbers since day one of having the dexcom. For reference she has only had the dexcom for 7 days so we are brand new to this. Checking her sugar and managing lows is all brand new to me. I plan to go through and watch more of your dexcom g7 videos to help me learn, thank you for this!
Take a look at the Dexcom Clarity app for more info!
Do you mean there is a different app other than Clarity on my iPhone that I should be using to track my dad’s sugar levels? Is it called “Dexcom”? Confused newbie
Dr. said he can share readings with 5 people max. You mention up to 10? How do I add more than 5?
Thank you- daughter helping Dad. We are learning together.
Thanks for this video! I have been on a week but no BMI has shown up. When will this happen?
I couldn't find any instructions on how to use the phone as the main receiver so that I can share it with others.
Question: Can I wear the G7 on my stomach like you are showing? I am a side sleeper. And I am new to the G7 and will be following your app instructions for iPhone.
I have not even put the first sensor on yet. I am still trying to fiqure it all out.
Many thanks for your help. New subscriber.
Dexcom 7 cannot be used with the Omin Pod 5. Need more information on when Ominpod is coming out
Very helpful for setting up G7. Thank you! Just like to know how to change the reading from mmol/L to mg/dl On my Dexcom?
There will always be a discrepancy with actual blood values as some time is needed for changing blood levels to equilibrate with interstitial fluid.
I thought you would have started with the install of the mobile app. I have a newer Motorola Android and the app not available in Play store, so I cant follow your video
Thanks and have subscribed your channel.
Does anyone know why if I close the app it doesn’t measure my sugar levels anymore and the connection to the g7 is disconnecting as soon as I close the app?
Why does the g7 app high setting differ from the clarity app ?
Wondering if we leave the house and we want to know the reading of the person that we are watching but can't get a signal so it's true that you can always be 20 feet away from the person in order to get the signal right
Does the user have to have the app before they can share with a family member?
How to change the color of the Dexcon G7 app on a android phone?
I just wasted one sensor because when I put it on a tummy it’s starting to bleed how do I know where is not gonna bleed
Please help when my Ipone is on but the app don’t make sounds when it’s high or every few hours my alerts don’t until I log into the app thanks
thanks for the video
Do you need the Receiver kit if you are going to just use the app?
My G7 not pairing with app. I do have receiver.
I'm new with Dexcom, G7. I made a mistake and hit a wrong key for my number window. It should be 180 highest lowest 80. It's now 180 and lowest 55. How do I change the 55 to 80.
How to set up sharing? And how does the follower set up on their iPhone to access the info?
How can I get alerts on my Samsung 5 watch
Hi Justine, Thank you for the video.
I will start my Dexcom G7 sensors in a week. Do you know if there is any advantage in getting the Dexcom receiver? Is the receiver just for folks who don't have a smart device? Thanks.
It seems that dexcom has updated the g7 app and now it is slow on my phone, switching from glucose to history takes about 15 seconds or more. Android ver 13.
thanks for the great video
I am trying to share my glucose levels with my endocrinologist. He gave me a code. How do I do that?
Can u sync app and reader together at same time when you're setting it up the first time??
how do you get the GMI to work?
Any suggestions on how to sync Dexcom G7 to my iPhone 11? I am new at this and my patch was installed February 1 and it is the 7th and it is still not working
Why was I able to mark what meal I was eating and now on my app I can not do that. It only has "Carbs"?
I was wondering if you know if you can use the receiver and a phone at the same time with the g7? I am in the process of getting the tslim x2. I am hoping they work together by the end of the 🤞. I have been on medtronic for over 10yrs. Decided to switch to the other side
I am getting much different reading on finger stick than the Dexcom 7
I use to use the Libre 3 and it was more in line but I just went to Medicare and Dexcom is covered . I do have both arms covered in tattoos so there is no way to avoid placing the sensor without hitting a tattoo
How I get the G7 on my phone
Does the app have a facility to switch or convert between mmol/l and mg/dl? My daughter is used to mg/dl and is currently in the UK and is thinking of getting the Dexcom G7 but is being told that if she gets the G7 from the UK the readings will only be in mmol/l.
I have the sensor applied to my left arm underneath and downloaded the app but when logged in it stays on loading and the fails 😢
Oh no! Which phone? Delete app and restart your phone and download again.
can the g7 sensor be worn on the stomach? seems like all the YT videos show wearing the sensor on the backside of the Arm, but for me I most likely will get it ripped off...please help......thanks
do I need to buy receiver if I have the android phone and just download the app
nope phone is ok!
@@diabe_tech I just asked that above. My doctor put in a prescription for nine sensor and another prescription for the Receiver kit. Glad I can do without another device.
I’m using the DexCom G7. I’ve found that the 20 foot limit is more of an issue with the G7 then the G6. I like the G7 because it’s only one step instead of 2. But that 20 Bluetooth range sucks. I have other health issues that make me take it off the charger more then once during the night. Who ever thought of giving these devices a 20 foot Bluetooth range didn’t consider that a DexCom user may have other health issues besides diabetes. That’s pretty narrow minded. Also I find that if I get an out of range signal, I can’t do what I used too to get it back again. This part really sucks.
How can I set GMI. Machine says not enough data
New to G7, why am I getting TWO notification, android? One says app running and the other one says what my BS is currently. I had G6 previously and only had BS reading. Do I need to change settings somewhere?
Ok I’m having this too! Looking into it…
Will this screen be the same as with the Mobi pump?
Just getting started on g 7 , do I have to resend email on the share app when switching from G6 to G7.
Hmmm I’m not. I feel like you may!
Having difficulty getting app for dexcom7 so I can use iPhone in addition to receiver
There is s dexcom clarity app and a dexcom follower app, no G7 app witch one?
Both Dexcom Clarity and Follow work with G7. In fact, som Dexcom Clarity info is in the G7 app too.
Slow down a little. Can you set for sleep and exercise mode? 😊
I have no idea what he's even talking about.
@@bryandraughn9830 hahaha 🤣 I don’t remember my own thoughts either. I was probably doing a bunch of things at one time and hearing my daughter was in the hospital. It’s all good 👍 incomplete thought. INFJ thang! Hahaha 🤣
@@bryandraughn9830 I remember now. On the I phone will the new Mobi pump operation be similar to the original screen? Will more settings and controls be available since the Mobi pump doesn’t have a screen? You were talking a bit fast for this old man I was asking you to slow down your speech. Will you be able to turn on sleep mode and exercise mode on I phone to have more control of insulin delivery on Mobi pump? Will you be able to use both G7 and G6 transmitters with the new Mobi pump and move back and forth between the two sensors? If I download the G7 to iPhone must I then only G7 sensors? Yes I had a lot going on that day! Daughters back at work thanks for asking. Love those that hate you!
Justin can you review how to connect the Garmin forunner 245 with G7 cgm
I will add it to the list!!
@@diabe_tech Thank you so much
How do you edit the target range? I can’t seem to be able to in the app??
What’s the name of the app on Apple store
Could you explain how you were able to get your Dexcom G7 to accept and use your calibration? Thank you
As a new user of G7, does making changes to the android phone app get sent to the actual G7 unit? Or, do I need to change both app and G7 to get these various alerts and calibration to stay in sync with each other? Also, I found that the G7 is reading 25 units higher than a meter.... When I change the sensor calibration, do I need to recalibrate with each change, or, is the calibrate corrected for all future sensors?
Everything is done on the app. It is normal for there to be a difference in readings. All cgms are off a bit, sometimes. There is a margin of error up to about 8%. That said, calibrations can help, but there are no rules. Cgms help us understand how foods effect us and very helpful for knowing when we are rising/dropping and how quickly (in case we need to address). Also, cgms read your sugar levels from 15/20 mins ago, so it’s normal to be off if you are moving up or down.
@@diabe_tech a consistent 26 unit+ seems like a calibration is in order. I get a 20/20 variation but if it is always 26+ then it seems time to calibrate for a closer reading especially when there is a level reading for over an hour (no food time period)
I see your values are jumping as well.
Yea, but Im getting used to it, it depends on where the site is and sometimes only for the first day or so.
Question: with libre3, if u get further away from phone that 20 feet, you get an error when u come back in range and sensor app stops working. How is g7 with distance away from sensor app?
G7 can be tricky with connection from far away. 20 feet really is the distance, sometimes have issues closer. It's been getting better though and I try to keep phone on me....
Did they fix the calibration issue that was with the G6? The issue was, the app reads 100, the finger stick reads 150, enter that 150 into the app calibration, then the app reads 112. You have to re-enter the true value several times to get the app reading to display the correct GC value. ust wondering. I start the G7 next week.... Thanks
it doesn't go exactly the way you program it, it modulates based off that new number.
@@diabe_tech Very true. I found out today from my Endocrinologist visit that these devices are very sensitive to a Diabetics kidney function. Some with renal failure will have issues with the device reading true.
Hi, I'd ask about your experience with the app's battery % consumption. My G6 app is dreadful to battery. Phone is tellong that ~45% goes for Dexcom app. That means I can only use phone for 1 hour per charge for other stuff. I've stopped using dexcom for now because of it and the phones battery is ok again..
That’s really interesting. My phone says Dexcom G7 app uses 2% of my battery
Just starting my G7 where can I find previous episodes
Yay! Look at my channel home page :) I have a demo app tour! and more!
Does g7 work with in pen by mitronics
not sure. g6 does.
WHATS THE EXACT NAME OF THE APP IN THE APPLE STORE
Dexcom G7
Do I have to have the app open always or can it run in the background?
The app runs in the background. You should leave the app open, but doesn't have to be on the screen.
@@diabe_tech ok thanks
Thanks for this, everything you talked about seems a really positive change. Hope it’s also accurate.
Waiting for g7 app to work on iOS 16.4
That’s what I have and it works. Apple said you can’t roll back an update so I couldn’t. It works. Get the 7!
Is there an Android app?
yes
Hmm, weird. I can’t scroll with my fingers to see my numbers.
That’s odd. Using the g7 app? I’d say after your next sensor, delete the app and reinstall.
E my g7
But how to turn off that GOD AWFUL pop up that continually keeps showing you that "these are insulin does" over, and over, and over again on the main screen?! #annoyingAF
Beware!!! This app has been hacked. If it ask for a credit card # to verify address dump it.
Wish you would talk little slower.
You can slow down the video! I’ll try to moving forward :)
TH-cam let’s you slow down or speed up videos
Doesn't matter if the damn sensor keeps falling off.