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Release Notes - Glooko® for Personal Use

Phillip Krieg
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At Glooko, we're always listening to user feedback and using it to improve our platforms! Please find our release notes (summaries of new product features, integrations, and improvements) for the Glooko mobile and web apps below. 

Have suggestions for a new product feature or enhancement? Let us know!   

Release Version 22.6 / Mobile 5.23

  • Expanded Special Character Options for Passwords - Users registering for a new Glooko account or editing an existing Glooko account password now have expanded special character options for selection. Users may now utilize at least one of the following special characters when setting their Glooko account password: ! @ # $ % ^ & *
  • Additional Device Compatibility: 
    • GlucoX/Taidoc TD-4183 is now available for upload on the Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader
    • Acon On Call Sure is now available for upload on the Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader
    • Acon On Call Sure Sync is now available for upload on the Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader
    • Menarini GlucoMen Day is now available for wireless syncing by connecting your GlucoMen Day account to Glooko (select countries only). 

Release Version 22.5 / Mobile 5.22

  • Additional Device Settings for Blood Glucose Meters - For users utilizing an Accu Chek Aviva Expert, Accu Chek Aviva Combo, Accu Chek Performa Combo, Accu Chek Aviva Insight, or Accu Chek Performa Insight devices, the following device settings are now available on the Devices tab in the web app and on the printed Devices PDF report, if configured on the device: 
    • General Settings
      • BG Unit 
      • Meal excursion
      • Active Timeout
      • Offset Timeout
      • Snack Limit
      • Bolus Advice (Accu Chek Aviva Combo and Accu Check Aviva Insight only)
    • Health Events
      • Exercise 1
      • Exercise 2
      • Stress
      • Illness
      • Premenstrual
      • Customized 1, 2 and 3 (Accu Chek Aviva Insight only) 
    • Insulin:Carb Ratio
    • BG Target Range
    • Sensitivity (ISF, Correction)
  • Visualization of Calculated & Estimated Blood Glucose Values from CGMs - For CGM devices which segment their glucose value readings by estimated and calculated, Glooko has now added visual indicators to our graphs for estimated values. While calculated values will display color-coded as defined by the user's target BG range, any value considered estimated will display in grayscale on the report. 
  • Omnipod 5 Pod Expiration Alarm - Pod Expiration Alarms received from an Omnipod 5 device will n ow be visually displayed on the user's Glooko reports. 
  • CSV Export Improvements - We have added additional data to the CSV Exports based on user feedback. The CSV Export now includes the following additional information whenever a user exports their data to CSV: 
    • Their MRN (if available), Name, and the Time Interval of the export 
    • Improved granularity of insulin delivery, including the set basal amounts (units/hr), bolus volumes and bolus type 
    • The unit of measurement (mmol/L or mg/dL)
    • Exercise intensity (high, medium, or low)
    • The CSV export will now default to the last two weeks containing data 
  • Additional Device Compatibility:
    • Bioseven Linea D Oro is now available for upload via the Glooko Transmitter
    • FORA 6 Connect is now available for upload via the Glooko Transmitter
    • Medtronic 630G/640G/670G is now available for upload via the Glooko Transmitter using the Contour Next Link 2.4
    • Palmdoc 2 is now available for upload via the Glooko Transmitter
    • Wellion Leonardo GLU/KET is now available for upload via the Glooko Transmitter 
    • Wellion Galileo GLU/KET is now available for upload via the Glooko Transmitter
    • Terumo Fit Smile is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader
    • Terumo Medisafe WITH is now available for upload on the Glooko Mobile App for Android users via NFC. 
    • OneTouch Reveal devices may now sync wirelessly by connecting your OneTouch Reveal account with Glooko

Release Version 22.4 / Mobile 5.21

  • Expanded Glooko Availability - Glooko is now available for users in the Czech Republic!
  • New Tooltips for GMI Calculation on Summary Page - To improve understanding of the Glucose Management Indicator (GMI) visible on the Summary page for CGM users, a new tooltip may now be accessed by clicking the question mark icon (mceclip0.png) next to the statistic, providing insight into how the value is calculated. We have also reduced the required active CGM time from 14 days to 12 days, to ensure GMI calculation will display when reviewing data over a two week period. For more information on GMI and other related statistics, please see Navigating the Updated Summary View.
  • New History List on Glooko Web App - To allow for better review and analysis of events, the History list is now its own page on the Glooko Web App. To review the History list, simply select History along the header to view the expanded version of the widget, previously found on the Summary page. 
  • New Insulin Pump Tooltips on Logbook Report - Insulin pump users may now access tooltips when hovering over the icons for alarms, set/site changes, and reservoir changes. To view the tooltip, simply hover an associated icon on the Logbook report. The tooltip will include the timestamp of the event and indicate whether it is a Low Cartridge, Reservoir Hazard, Reservoir Change, or Site and/or Set Change, including any additional details received from the diabetes device. For more information, please see Where can I see the details of an insulin pump or pen alarm in Glooko? 
  • Pump Alarms added to the History list - Alarms from insulin pump & insulin pen devices are now displayed. In the history list, the alarms and alerts will indicate the originating device and provide a brief summary of the alarm or alert. For more information, please see Where can I see the details of an insulin pump or pen alarm in Glooko? 
  • Device Connection Updates: 
    • Ypsomed myLife Cloud - Users may now connect their Ypsomed myLife accounts via the Glooko mobile app! Previously, users could only connect via the Web App. Note: The Ypsomed Mylife Cloud integration is only available in select countries.

Release Version 22.3 / Mobile 5.20 

  • Sync Carbs from Blood Glucose Meters - For blood glucose meters which store carbs data on the device, these carbs will now be displayed on your Glooko reports whenever the device is synced via the Glooko Uploader or Glooko Transmitter. 
  • Ketone Visualization in the Mobile App - For users of devices which measure Ketones, these Ketone readings are now available from the History List on the Mobile App. 
  • New Device Compatibility:
    • Dexcom One Compatibility – Dexcom One devices may now be synced by connecting your Dexcom Account with Glooko

Release Version 22.2 

  • Expanded Glooko Availability - Glooko is now available for users in Portugal 
  • CSV Export of Patient Data - It is now possible to export a user's diabetes data synced to Glooko through the use of the Export to CSV feature available in the Glooko Web App! The CSV export will include files containing the following information:
    • Manual data (events added from the mobile app) 
    • Alarms data 
    • BG device data 
    • Carbs data
    • CGM device data 
    • Insulin Data
      To learn more about how to use the CSV export feature, please see our article How can I export my diabetes data from Glooko?
  • Additional Device Settings for Insulin Pumps - For users of the Omnipod® Eros, Omnipod® DASH, or Tandem t:slim x2 (including those with Control IQ or Basal IQ), additional device settings are now available from the Device Settings tab and PDF report to improve a Healthcare Provider’s ability to review and assess existing pump settings without the need to view the actual device. For more information on the new settings available, please see our article Navigating the Device Settings View
  • Import Data from FreeStyle Libre 1, 2, and 3 - It is now possible for users of the FreeStyle Libre 1, FreeStyle Libre 2, and FreeStyle Libre 3 to import their diabetes data from the device via CSV! Users will first need to export their Libre data from LibreView, then import the file from the Glooko Web App. For more information on how to import data from the Freestyle Libre 1, 2, or 3 please see our article How to import your blood glucose data from an Abbott FreeStyle Libre 1, FreeStyle Libre 2, or FreeStyle Libre 3
  • Additional Device Compatibility: 
    • Terumo Medisafe WITH is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader 
    • Ypsomed Mylife Aveo is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter 
    • Beurer GL44 is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter 
    • Beurer GL48 is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter 
    • Beurer GL49 is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter 
    • MicroTech Equil is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter 
    • i-Sens TEE2+ is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter
    • i-Sens No Coding Plus is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter
    • OneTouch Ultra Plus Reflect is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter
    • Caresense N Premier is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter
    • Wellion Calla mini is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter
    • GlucoRX Nexus Mini is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter
    • Menarini GlucoFix Tech is now available for upload via the Glooko Uploader and Glooko Transmitter
    • Accu-Chek Spirit Combo (pump) is now available for upload via the Glooko Transmitter 
    • ForaCare Diamond Mini DM30 is now available for upload via bluetooth on the Glooko Transmitter 
    • ForaCare Fore GD40 BLE is now available for upload via bluetooth on the Glooko Transmitter 

Release Version 22.1 

  • Visualization of Basal-IQ system details for Basal-IQ users - Users who utilize the Basal-IQ feature on their Tandem pump may now see their system details when viewing their CGM data on the Summary page and the one day Overview report. To learn more, please see our article Visualization of Control IQ and Basal IQ events from Tandem t:slim X2
  • Ketone Visualization - Glooko has added visualization of ketone data, synced from compatible devices, to the Glooko Web App! You may learn more about viewing your ketones in the Glooko Web App by viewing our article Where can I see my ketone data in Glooko®?

Mobile Release Version 5.18 

Release Version 21.4.1
January 24, 2022

  • Additional Device Compatibility: 
    • Roche Aviva Combo - The Roche Aviva Combo may now be uploaded via both Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader 
    • Nipro 4Sure Smart Duo - The Nipro 4Sure Smart Duo may now be uploaded via both Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader
    • Nipro 4Sure Smart - the Nipro 4Sure Smart may now be uploaded via both Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader 
    • i-Sens CareSens Dual - the i-Sens CareSens Dual may now be uploaded via both Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader
    • Ascensia Contour Plus Blue -The Ascensia Contour Plus Blue may now be uploaded via both Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader
    • Ascensia Contour Plus Elite - The Ascensia Contour Plus Elite may now be uploaded via both Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader

Mobile Release Version 5.17

January 6, 2022

  • Additional Device Compatibility:
    • Menarini Glucomen Areo and Areo 2k - the Areo and Areo 2k are now available for upload via the Glooko Mobile App utilizing NFC upload.

Release Version 21.4

December 13, 2021

  • Account Creation for Minors - Account creation for minors (as defined by regional jurisdiction) now requires a Parent/Guardian email address to be added during the registration process. Glooko will then send consent agreements to the parent/guardian email address. Once the parent/guardian reviews and accepts the consents and selects Activate Account, the minor may now access and utilize their Glooko account. 
    • The Parent/Guardian email address on file will now be viewable within the minor account in the Account section accessed via the Settings page. 
  • Localized Unit of Measurement - newly created patient accounts will now default to the correct unit of measure, dependent on the following logic: 
    • Self-created patients: Patients who self-register for a Glooko account will have their unit of measure set to the default for their country of residence. 
    • Clinic-created patients: Patient accounts created by a clinic account will have their unit of measure set to the clinic's defined unit of measure. 
  • Additional data for Tandem Basal-IQ and Control-IQ users - Additional data views are now accessible for Basal-IQ and Control-IQ user accounts: 
    • Bi-hourly analysis of LGS/PLGS suspensions - Selecting Show More under the LGS/PLGS widget on the Summary page now displays a bi-hourly table detailing the percentage of time suspended as well as the number of suspension events for each bi-hourly segment. 
    • Additional Insulin Information - The insulin pie chart on the Overview graph for a 1-day time period will now detail the amount of scheduled basal insulin units (for Control-IQ users only). The Overview graph for a 1-day time period will now also include the number of units for both bolus and basal insulin on the insulin pie chart.
  • Updated Carb Display on Daily Overview - The Overview graph on the Glooko Web App now displays manually entered carbs and device synced carbs on their own row within the Carbs section. Carb entries entered within 10 minutes of each other will now be grouped together and each carb entry is visible within the tooltip by hovering over the value on the graph. 
  • Additional Device Compatibility: 
    • Ypsomed Mylife Cloud - It is now possible to connect a Mylife Cloud account to Glooko for wireless syncing. Note: The Ypsomed Mylife Cloud integration is only available in select countries. 
    • Abbott Freestyle Libre (Sweden and Norway only) - The Freestyle Libre may now be uploaded via both Glooko Transmitter and Glooko Uploader for users in Sweden and Norway
    • Abbott Freestlye Libre 2 (Sweden and Norway only) - The Freestyle Libre 2 may now be uploaded via the Glooko Uploader for users in Sweden and Norway

Release Version 21.3

August 31, 2021

  • Sharing Data with Device Manufacturers - Users with Novo or Tandem devices will now be prompted to consent to sharing their data with their respective manufacturer. Consent will be requested when a Novo or Tandem device is uploaded to their account (Mobile & Web). Users may withdraw consent at any time.

Release Version 21.2.1

July 20, 2021

  • Medtronic Compatibility [Uploader only]- The Medtronic MiniMed 6 Series (MiniMed 630G, MiniMed 640G, and MiniMed 670G) is now compatible with Glooko via the Glooko Uploader when used with the Contour Next Link 2.4 meter! In order to sync your Medtronic MiniMed 630G/640G/670G & Guardian 3 CGM data to pump to Glooko, you will first link your MiniMed 6 Series Pump to your Contour Next Link 2.4 meter. For more information, please see our article Linking your Medtronic MiniMed 6 Series pump to your Contour Next Link 2.4. Once linked, you may sync data from your newly-compatible Medtronic device with Glooko, by uploading your Contour Next Link 2.4 meter by following the instructions on our article How do I upload diabetes data on the web using the Glooko Uploader (Personal)
  • Updated Summary View: AGP Graph - The AGP graph on the new Summary view is now available for all CGM users! To learn more, please see our article Navigating the Updated Summary View.

Release Version 21.2 

June 24, 2021

  • Updated Summary View: There are a number of enhancements added to the Summary View. To learn more, see Navigating the Updated Summary View.
    • AGP Graph - (CGM Only) The AGP graph has been added to the Summary view for CGM users. The AGP graph is still accessible via the Overlay view. The AGP graph will only be visible for Control IQ users. The AGP graph will be available for all CGM users soon! 
    • Standardized Time in Range Statistics: Based on the ATTD Congress panel's latest consensus, we have updated our Time in Range statistics to reflect the new 5-tiered approach. The new ranges are: Very Low, Low, Target Range, High, Very High
    • GMI (Glucose Management Indicator): (CGM-only) Previously known as "estimated A1C" or "eA1C", GMI has been added to the Summary statistics for CGM users. Click here to learn more about GMI. 
    • CV (Coefficient of Variation): (CGM-only) CV stats have been added to the summary view statistics. The CV can still be found on the Overlay graphs. 
    • Low Glucose Suspend Statistics for Control IQ -  Control IQ users can now view the LGS (low glucose suspend) statistics that have been previously available for Basal IQ users. The LGS stats include: 
      • Average time suspended/day
      • Average suspensions/day 
      • Average suspensions/time of day 
  • New Week View PDF report: A new Week View report is available, allowing for up to 4 days of data (glucose, carbs, & insulin) to be visualized on a single sheet of paper. Individual day stats are also included at the bottom of each day. To learn more, please see Week View PDF Report.
  • Updated Device Settings: The Devices tab has now been updated to provide a broader overview of the devices connected to their account and their corresponding settings. Tabs now represent each device and historical device settings can be accessed (up to 8 past settings.) To learn more, please see Navigating the Device Settings View.
    • Device Settings PDF Printout: The Device Settings PDF printout will include the most recent set of settings per device. 
  • New Device Support - OneTouch Verio Reflect: The OneTouch Verio Reflect can now be synced to Glooko via the Apple Health integration. To learn more, see How do I sync my LifeScan OneTouch Verio Flex or Verio Sync meter with Glooko® via Apple Health? (iOS)
  • Bug Fixes & Improvements:
    • Control IQ: Release includes fixes for intermittent reports of missing system mode data and syncing issues 


Release Version 20.7 & 5.13

DECEMBER 9, 2020

  • Support for Blood Pressure and Weight data from Apple Health!
  • Glooko Care Programs: Care Programs allows your doctor to share targeted educational resources with you and best practices for how to use Glooko to help with your diabetes management.   
  • New Device Support! We’re proud to announce the latest set of devices compatible with the Glooko platform. Learn more at glooko.com/compatibility
    • Abbott Precision Xceed - Uploader
    • Accu-Chek Active - Uploader
    • Accu-Chek Insight - Uploader
    • Accu-Chek Instant - Android
    • Accu-Chek Performa Insight - Uploader
    • Ascensia Contour Fit - Uploader
    • Ascensia Contour TS - Uploader
    • Glucomen LX2 - Uploader
    • GlucoRx Q - Uploader
    • OneTouch Ultra - Uploader
    • OneTouch UltraEasy - Uploader
    • On Call Express Mobile - iOS 


Release Version 20.6 & 5.12

OCTOBER 12, 2020

  • Streamlined account creation!
    • If your diabetes device is uploaded in the clinic, we'll send you an email so you can activate your account in the Glooko mobile app and start using Glooko remotely.
    • The devices uploaded in the clinic will be pre-populated in the mobile app, so you can start syncing your data as soon as you download the app.
  • Carb transfer from CGM devices: If you enter carbs in your CGM, that data will now be populated in the Glooko mobile app.
  • Do you have a diabetes device that cannot be uploaded using the Glooko mobile app? Select the device in the mobile app, and we'll send you a link to download the Glooko Uploader, a desktop application that supports more than 100 diabetes devices.


Release Version 20.5.1

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

  • New device support! We're proud to announce the latest set of devices compatible with the Glooko platform. Learn more at glooko.com/compatibility.
    • OneTouch Verio Reflect - Uploader (PC)
    • Accu-Chek Mobile U1 - Uploader (PC/Mac)
    • GlucoRx Nexus - Uploader (PC/Mac)
    • OneTouch Select Plus - Uploader (PC/Mac)
    • i-SENS Caresens BGM/TEE2 - Uploader (PC/Mac)


Release Version 20.5

JULY 30, 2020


Release Version 20.4.2

JUNE 16, 2020


Release Version 20.4.1 

JUNE 4, 2020

  • New device support! We're proud to announce the latest set of devices compatible on the Glooko platform. Learn more at glooko.com/compatibility.
    • ACON Laboratories On Call
      • Express - Android, iOS, Uploader (PC/Mac)
      • Express II - Android iOS, Uploader (PC/Mac)
      • Express Voice - Android, iOS, Uploader (PC/Mac)
      • Express Mobile - Android, iOS
    • Roche Accu-Chek
      • Instant - iOS, Uploader (PC/Mac)


Release Version 20.3 & 5.11

APRIL 28, 2020

Web Release 20.3 Updates:

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) privacy enhancements for all users during the registration process

Mobile Release 5.11 Updates:

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) privacy enhancements for all users during the registration process
  • Sync food data directly to Apple Health
  • Sync CGM (Senseonics Eversense) data directly to Apple Health
  • Find recently added food even easier with search
  • Overall performance improvements
  • New blood glucose meters supported on the Glooko platform including: GlucoCard Shine Connex, GlucoCard Shine Express, GlucoCard Shine XL, ReliOn Premier Blu, ReliOn Premier Voice and ReliOn Premier Classic. Learn more on our Glooko Compatibility page.


Release Version 20.1 & 5.9

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Web Release 20.1 Updates:

  • Visualization of Basal IQ events from Tandem T:Connect - The low glucose suspend (LGS) and predictive low glucose suspend (PLGS) events highlight when insulin delivery was suspended in order to avoid hypoglycemia

Mobile Release 5.9 Updates:


Release Version 19.6 & 5.8

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Web Release 19.6 Updates:

  • Improvements to new user onboarding experience

Mobile Release 5.8 Updates:

  • Usability enhancements, bug fixes and security updates


Release Version 19.5 & 5.7

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Web Release 19.5 Updates:

Mobile Release 5.7 Updates:


Release Version 19.4 & 5.6

AUGUST 1, 2019

Web Release 19.4 Updates:

  • Glooko web design enhancements, including new navigation

Mobile Release 5.6 Updates:

  • We have added onboarding guides to show you how fast and easy it is to sync your diabetes devices, add events, view data and more


Release Version 19.3 & 5.5

MAY 28, 2019

Web Release 19.3 Updates:

Mobile Release 5.5 Updates:


Release Version 19.2 & 5.4

MAY 9, 2019

Web Release 19.2 Updates:

  • Minor bug fixes and performance improvements

Mobile Release 5.4 Updates:

  • Enhancements to the Glooko® Mobile Insulin Dosing System (MIDS) workflows - View your treatment plan as well as the progress you've made while using the MIDS program
  • Minor bug fixes and performance improvements


Release Version 5.3

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Mobile Release 5.3 Updates:

  • Subscription Fee - Glooko has removed its annual subscription fee! A one-time hardware fee may apply for users who would like to sync certain diabetes devices from home
  • Compatibility - Glooko is proud to announce that we are now compatible with the Eversense® CGM System! Simply connect your Eversense® account today to see your CGM data in Glooko!


Release Version 5.2

Mobile Release 5.2 Updates:

  • Glooko has added features to improve your experience adding foods and accessing nutritional data
  • New Barcode Scanner allows you to easily and conveniently added food
  • See your calorie, protein, total carb and fat nutritional information in the History view
  • Minor display changes in Add Event
  • Improved stability for CSV reports
  • Bug fixes and performance enhancements


Release Version 5.1

Mobile Release 5.1 Updates:


Release Version 5.0.2

Mobile Release 5.0.2 Updates:

  • We've been hard at work to make managing your diabetes easier than ever - this new version of Glooko is focused on easier tracking and simple views:
    • More personalized and streamlined event tracking
    • Automatically import your steps from Apple Health!
    • Redesigned graphs to help compare glucose, insulin, carbs and activity
    • Log multiple items in one go with our new "shopping cart" layout
    • Easily add recent items (foods, medications, insulins, exercises, notes)
    • Simpler layouts
    • Weekly Trends are back! Get back to easily viewing your week-over-week progress
    • New 'Trends' page - view your most important patterns in one central location
    • Updated Home screen - get a simple "at a glance" view on the updates Home screen
    • Bug fixes


Release Version 4.7

Mobile Release 4.7 Updates:

  • Usability enhancements
  • Bug fixes and performance enhancements


Release Version 4.6

Mobile Release 4.6 Updates:

  • Connect your Dexcom account directly to Glooko for automatic syncing
  • Updated tutorials for an easier sync experience
  • Bug fixes and performance enhancements


Release Version 4.5

Mobile Release 4.5 Updates:

  • Enhancements to device sync
  • Bug fixes


Release Version 4.4.1

Mobile Release 4.4.1 Updates:

  • Apple Health connections were disrupted by our last release and have been fixed in this version


Release Version 4.3

Mobile Release 4.3 Updates:

  • Compatibility with the Accu-Chek Guide (over BLE) and the Ascensia Contour Next One (over BLE)
  • Simplified navigation and graph enhancements
  • Bug fixes and performance enhancements


Release Version 4.1

Mobile Release 4.1 Updates:

  • Full-screen view of the Daily Overview graph (within your History)
  • Ability to ProConnect to more than one healthcare provider
  • Improvements to how you log carbs, medications or exercise in the Quick Add screen
  • Bug fixes and performance enhancements


Release Version 4.0

Mobile Release 4.0 Updates:

  • We are happy to present the all-new Glooko app to help you more easily make diabetes decisions! Not only can you sync your blood glucose (BG) meter, insulin pump or CGM and track carbs, medications and more, but now Glooko automatically brings you patterns and educational content related to your diabetes, including:
    • Which day of the week you have the best BG control
    • What time of the day your BG levels frequently run high or low
    • How your current BG levels compare to other time periods

 

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