"Smart" Blood Glucose meters

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Are there blood glucose meters on the South African that are "smart" - i.e able to connect to a smartphone (or PC) and uploads readings etc. Perhaps one that has a Android app that is available in this country. (That rules out the One Touch Select range unfortunately)

I'd ideally like an app that that would allow me to add notes to a reading eg "ate two pieces of pizza with pineapple pieces on top"
(NB: No, I would never eat pineapple on my pizza )

If there are members out there who are using independent apps from the play store together with a device marketed in South Africa, I would be grateful to hear from you.

morgan_g
 
morgan_g said:
Are there blood glucose meters on the South African that are "smart" - i.e able to connect to a smartphone (or PC) and uploads readings etc. Perhaps one that has a Android app that is available in this country. (That rules out the One Touch Select range unfortunately)

I'd ideally like an app that that would allow me to add notes to a reading eg "ate two pieces of pizza with pineapple pieces on top"
(NB: No, I would never eat pineapple on my pizza )

If there are members out there who are using independent apps from the play store together with a device marketed in South Africa, I would be grateful to hear from you.

morgan_g
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There's the Dexcom G5 but I'm not quite sure if this would be what you're looking for.

Generally the off the shelf glycometers of today are no more modern than they were 15 years ago. I actually think there's been no progress.

Slightly off topic but test strips have been around for ages yet still cost a fortune.
 
Hi, T2 here.

I also use the Fora Diamond Bluetooth meter. The app is not the best though.

I use the Accu-Chek app instead. Input readings, can take photo of meal, input meds etc. Then upload to internet account, generate PDF reports and give to Dr.

My Dr loves the amount of data.

Anywho, use it don't use it.
 
@ShareMosselBay,

How did you download the Accu-chek app? I can find it on the play store but I get a notice that it is not compatible with my device (Huawei P9 Plus, Android 7.0).

Thanks for all the other replies.
 
morgan_g said:
@ShareMosselBay,

How did you download the Accu-chek app? I can find it on the play store but I get a notice that it is not compatible with my device (Huawei P9 Plus, Android 7.0).

Thanks for all the other replies.
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Hi, make sure it is the Accu-Chek Connect app.

I have Note 3 with Android 5. So your device must work?!

Try restarting device and then go to olay store and try again.
 
On Expresso last week, there were 2 representatives from the www.CDEdiabetes.co.za clinic.
They showed a new glucose tester where a little chip is inserted under the skin in your arm. Then all you do is run the monitor/scanner over your arm and you get a reading and you can upload the results to your pc if need be. No more finger pricks.
They didn't give the of the unit price though.
 
Magandroid said:
On Expresso last week, there were 2 representatives from the www.CDEdiabetes.co.za clinic.
They showed a new glucose tester where a little chip is inserted under the skin in your arm. Then all you do is run the monitor/scanner over your arm and you get a reading and you can upload the results to your pc if need be. No more finger pricks.
They didn't give the of the unit price though.
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That's a bit older already (if it's what you were talking about), think it was $95 about for device and $95/chip that lasts about two weeks.
I'll see if I can find an article.

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The system, which has been available in Europe for several years, involves a small sensor the size of a 20 cent coin worn on the upper arm for 14 days.
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The disposable, water-resistant sensor needs to be replaced every 14 days and costs $95, while the reader is the same price. The Freestyle Libre can be purchased online via the official website.
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Most diabetics currently prick themselves and test their blood on disposable strips, which cost around $16 for a pack of 100.
http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/he...g/news-story/539d9044155f4866ce7e41b770844001
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So you need a strip for every meal, and maybe once or twice more a day? So let's say 5. That's 0.80/day versus the coin which is about 6.79/day without counting the device cost.

All in Australian dollars and I think the strips are subsidized.
 
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Johnatan56 said:
That's a bit older already (if it's what you were talking about), think it was $95 about for device and $95/chip that lasts about two weeks.
I'll see if I can find an article.
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Unfortunately that is all info that I have. I wasn't really listening to the insert but saw what they were doing with the testing unit.
 
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