MiniMed's Smallest App-Controlled Insulin Pump Now Shipping with the World's Smallest Sensor

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MiniMed Flex™ with Instinct, made by Abbott, combines discreet design, up to 15 days of sensor wear and proven automation to reduce the work and interruptions of diabetes management NORTHRIDGE, Calif., Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MiniMed (Nasdaq: MMED) today announced that the MiniMed Flex™ system is now commercially shipping in the U.S. with the Instinct sensor, made by Abbott. For the first time, people with diabetes can use MiniMed's smallest and only app-controlled insulin pump with the world's smallest sensor, with up to 15 days of wear.1 Diabetes technology has advanced significantly, but it can still place a heavy burden on people who rely on it every day — from thinking about where and how to wear devices to balancing diabetes management with the life they want to live. With Instinct now available with MiniMed Flex™, people have more choice in how they manage their diabetes. The combination of discreet,1* longer-wear technology1 and proven automation is designed to reduce the work and interruptions of diabetes management without sacrificing outcomes. Powered by proven SmartGuard™ technology, MiniMed Flex™ automatically adjusts insulin delivery around the clock, while Meal Detection™ technology† can help compensate when a bolus is occasionally missed or carbohydrates are underestimated. The system holds up to 300 units of insulin and works with the Extended™ infusion set, which can be worn for up to seven days. Real-world data◊ from the MiniMed™ 780G system, which uses the same SmartGuard™ algorithm, has shown users with recommended settings achieve 80% Time in Range,2 including more than 90% overnight.3 "People with diabetes deserve technology that works hard without asking much in return," said Que Dallara, chief executive officer at MiniMed. "That's what we're delivering with MiniMed Flex™. The pump can stay tucked away, the algorithm is working around the clock, and now with Instinct, users can go up to 15 days between sensor changes.1 This is another step toward the hands-free future that MiniMed is building, where diabetes technology does more so people can think about it less." The expanded availability coincides with the launch of a new consumer campaign for MiniMed Flex™, the company's first major marketing campaign since the system's U.S. launch with Simplera Sync™ earlier this summer. Built around the prom...

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