![]() Handy for those of us who sometimes struggle to get “bleeders†after a finger poke, and need to take extra time to redo the sample. Second-chance sampling: This is a small matter, but you have 60 seconds to apply a second drop of blood to the same strip, in case the first attempt wasn’t large enough. Then just by happenstance, I double-tapped the round OK button and discovered this hidden gem! Seriously, Ascensia: This is a huge factor for many PWDs (people with diabetes) who enjoy movie theaters or regularly test in the middle of the night. I actually used my Dexcom receiver to light up the meter so I could insert a strip in a darkened room. For the first few weeks I used this meter, I assumed it had no port light aside from the 2-second flash it gives when the meter is turned on. Seriously, even reading the manual cover to cover, you’ll never see a mention of the fact that you can actually make the port light work for up to 40 seconds before turning the meter on. But you might not know it at first, if you just looked at the meter or even if you read every single piece of marketing material Ascensia includes — because for some reason, the port light is not described as a feature. (Hidden!) port light: Yes, there is a port light you can use to illuminate the spot where the test strip is inserted. The display does not have a built-in backlight, though you really don’t need it since the screen does light up enough to use efficiently even in the dark. Meet the Contour Next ONE meterĮasy-to-read display: This meter has a basic black and white LED display with icons to indicate your glucose log or settings. ![]() I must say, I’m impressed with Ascensia as of late for what they’ve produced and the innovations in their pipeline that include partnering with digital platforms for better diabetes data-sharing access with family, friends, and medical professionals. This is a pretty basic but very easy-to-carry meter for those who rely on fingersticks to check their blood sugar levels. That was top of mind for me after trying out the Ascensia Contour Next ONE meter, the latest in the line of Contour meters from the company formerly known as Bayer. It’s often the little details that translate to the biggest benefits when it comes to taking care of your diabetes.
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