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A new Android version usually brings more or less significant visual changes to smartphones. Sometimes, and this isn’t necessarily a bad thing, there are various less noticeable changes deep within the operating system that users typically don’t notice. For a considerable number of users, smartphones aren’t just communication and entertainment devices, but also a hub for medical devices. Specifically, we’re talking about continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), particularly Abbott’s FreeStyle series, including the FreeStyle Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus. After the recent release of Android 16, there’s new uncertainty as users report several issues. Abbott itself states that its smartphone app is not yet compatible with Android 16, at least officially.
This warning doesn’t seem to be baseless or overly cautious. There are various user reports of problems, but also some positive feedback. For instance, one user reports that since the update, the app on their Google Pixel 7 has been using a lot of battery and drastically decreased the phone’s standby time. Additionally, there are reports of connection drops that couldn’t be resolved by reinstalling the app. One user mentions connection drops and sensor shutdowns, which can also turn into a financial issue. Similar reports exist for Dexcom products, such as insulin pumps that can be paired with said blood sugar monitors. Interrupted connections, especially to glucose sensors, can potentially pose a health hazard if an unnoticed drop in blood sugar levels occurs. We reported on a similar issue back in 2023.
I have been active as a journalist for over 10 years, most of it in the field of technology. I worked for Tom’s Hardware and ComputerBase, among others, and have been working for Notebookcheck since 2017. My current focus is particularly on mini PCs and single-board computers such as the Raspberry Pi – so in other words, compact systems with a lot of potential. In addition, I have a soft spot for all kinds of wearables, especially smartwatches. My main profession is as a laboratory engineer, which is why neither scientific contexts nor the interpretation of complex measurements are foreign to me.
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My fascination for technology goes back a long way to the Pentium II era. Modding, overclocking and treasuring computer hardware has since become an integral part of my life. As a student, I further developed a keen interest in mobile technologies that can make the stressful college life so much easier. After I fell in love with the creation of digital content while working in a marketing position, I now scour the web to bring you the most exciting topics in the world of tech. Outside the office, I’m particularly passionate about motorsports and mountain biking.