[Diabetes-talk] {Disarmed} Fw: Tandem Announces t:slim Demo App for iOS

Wed Feb 25 03:55:52 UTC 2015

Veronica

A year ago, I switched to the Animas Ping after having a Cosmo for almost 10 years, and while there's not a beep everytime you press a button, the button has a definite push-in when you press it, so you are sure it's selecting what you want. The bolus button does beep every time you press it though. Personally, I've not had problems with this new pump, and beyond the beeps, it's compareable to the Cosmo. I recommend it especially for Cosmo users.

But you're right, we should have the same access to diabetic technology as everyone else.

Bridgit

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From: Diabetes-talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-talk
Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2015 3:38 PM
To: 'Eileen Scrivani'; 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] {Disarmed} Fw: Tandem Announces t:slim Demo App for iOS

Hi everyone!
Well, before we get all excited about the future of the T-Slim, I went and downloaded the simulator app. I couldn't make it do anything as most of the things on the screen are images and VoiceOver won't respond to them as links. So I couldn't even get to the main pump screen. The only thing that worked was the "agree" button which said that this was a simulator, not to be used to make medical decisions. I will be seeing a local T-slim rep next week at a local conference but I sadly don't think this means a lot just because another inaccessible screen landed on an iPhone. 
It's a shame because this is the only current pump that has beeps for each key press, or in this case of course, screen touch. My current pump is starting to show signs of unhappy buttons and frankly, right now I'm trying really hard not to let myself get into a major technology funk about it. On some days, I do succeed. 
At a low point a couple of weeks ago I just wanted to mount a protest saying blind lives matter! Most of the time as I work myself out of those low points I do manage to get moving and make things happen again and I hope that's true this time. <grin> But sometimes I give myself permission to stop and really wish it weren't so ridiculous and that we shouldn't have to fight so hard to try and stay alive and healthy like everyone else around us. I hope you understand what I mean here, not looking for pity of course, not here. <grin> But for me, sometimes if I let myself acknowledge the bummer parts, then I can pick myself up and move on in a good frame of mind. And truthfully, if my Cozmo goes, no matter which pump I choose, I'll be giving up a lot. And I find giving up stuff is harder than never having it in the first place. I did find a second hand pump from someone but it turned out to be, well, second hand! So onward! Maybe I'll get some direction after next week. <grin> Thanks so much for the ear.
Veronica

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From: Diabetes-talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-talk
Sent: Monday, February 23, 2015 2:40 PM
To: NFB Diabetes Talk
Subject: [Diabetes-talk] {Disarmed} Fw: Tandem Announces t:slim Demo App for iOS

Email Template - Courtesy Spear MarketingI got this today and thought some of you might be interested in it.  It doesn’t necessarily mean its accessible to us, nor that the pump can be used through the simulator, but I think it has hopeful indications .

Eileen

From: Tandem Cares
Sent: Monday, February 23, 2015 5:27 PM
To: etscrivani at verizon.net
Subject: Tandem Announces t:slim Demo App for iOS

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            Tandem Diabetes Care Announces

            If you’ve ever wanted to see what it’s like to use the t:slim® Insulin Pump, you’ll be excited to learn about the new t:simulatorTM App, which brings the t:slim Pump experience to your iPhone®, iPad® or iPod® touch. The t:simulator App is available for free in the App StoreSM.

            The App allows you to simulate the following tasks, using the same steps as you would use on the t:slim Pump:

              a.. Deliver a meal bolus, using either units of insulin or grams of carbohydrates 
              b.. Deliver a correction bolus by entering a BG value 
              c.. Deliver an extended bolus 
              d.. Set a temporary basal rate  
              e.. Create and name up to six different Personal Profiles with customized basal rates, carb ratios, correction factors, and target Blood Glucose (BG) levels 
              f.. Set reminder alarms for Low BG, High BG, After Bolus BG, and Missed Meal Boluses  
              g.. View your simulated insulin delivery history  
              h.. Start and stop simulated insulin delivery  
              i.. Set the time and date  
              j.. Deliver a Quick Bolus using either units of insulin or grams of carbohydrates  
              k.. And more! 

            In addition to the pump demo, the t:simulator App has other great features, such as:

              a.. Optional “Tool Tips” walk you through key features and menu items. Tips can be enabled/disabled in the main menu.  
              b.. Fully functional integrated alarms, including vibrate mode  
              c.. Check your insurance benefits  
              d.. “Resources” section with t:slim Pump specifications, Glossary, and Safety Information  
              e.. Contact a Tandem Diabetes Care representative directly from within the app 
              f.. Share the t:simulator App via social media or email 

            Download the t:simulator App for free today, and experience the simplicity of the t:slim Pump!

            An AndroidTM version of the app is currently in development.

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      © Tandem Diabetes Care 2015. All Rights reserved.

      The t:simulator App is for demonstration purposes only. It should not be used for therapy decisions. It is intended to illustrate the user interface on the t:slim® Insulin Pump.  The application is provided on an “as-is” basis, without any warranty, and is not identical to the functionality of the t:slim Pump.  The application should not be relied upon for instruction on use of the t:slim Pump and is not a substitute for the t:slim Pump User Guide or training by a certified t:slim Pump trainer.

      The t:slim Insulin Delivery System is intended for the subcutaneous delivery of insulin, at set and variable rates, for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin, for individuals 12 years of age and greater. t:slim Pump is available for sale by or on the order of a physician. Please see Important Safety Information. 

      t:slim and Tandem Diabetes Care are registered trademarks and t:simulator is a trademark of Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.

      Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

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