Charging your iPhone 3G from a power outlet in Djibouti

A guide showing how to charge the iPhone 3G from a Djiboutian power outlet by using a 30 pin connector and a Type C USB charger and charging the iPhone 3G using a two pin Type E power charger.

Djiboutian power outlet

Varying complicated voltages and sockets can all lead to confusion when planning to stay in another country especially if you've never been there before. These instructions have been specifically written to stop you having to worry if you'll be able to charge your iPhone 3G abroad.If you are visiting Djibouti the following useful instructions show how to charge the iPhone 3G by using their types E or C 220 volt 50Hz power outlets. If you are visiting Djibouti from another region please check the iPhone 3G can accept a 240v supply. If the iPhone 3G was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts make sure that your iPhone 3G is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional converter to stop the device from being damaged when powering up. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 4 or greater on the iPhone 3G.

Charging the iPhone 3G in Djibouti

Can you use the iPhone 3G in Djibouti?

You can connect the iPhone 3G to a Djiboutian power outlet.

What is the best travel adapter for the iPhone 3G in Djibouti?

When you are travelling to multiple countries then the best travel adapter for Djibouti is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two different types of wall outlets in Djibouti (E and C) and using a power adapter like this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and can handle from 100 to 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries around the world just by switching the heads. If your type of iPhone 3G is compatible with Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from faster recharging times with one of these types of USB power adapters, plus additional compatibility with certain power hungry devices. Having a four port adapter means you can charge more than one device at once without needing to buy multiple power adapters on your trip. By only needing a single lightweight travel charger will also keep the weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used when back at home as well as abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can sit overnight charging multiple smartphones and tablets using only a single power outlet.

We suggest searching for this type of flexible travel adapter at your preferred electronics retailer, the travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for powering multiple USB devices in numerous different countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Djibouti

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world who only have USB devices such as the iPhone 3G, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which can be necessary for travellers to counties with unreliable power grids. These power adapters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Djibouti and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling compact power converter for travellers originating from North America visiting Djibouti using 3 pin type B plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from America using type B plugs. This gives almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with 1 less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers a flexible 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it perfect for a majority of travellers from around the world visiting Djibouti. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the iPhone 3G in Djibouti?

Powering the iPhone 3G with a Djiboutian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

Using the USB 30 pin Apple cable and a Type C USB adapter to power the iPhone 3G with a Djiboutian power outlet.

  1. To power the iPhone 3G using the Djiboutian power outlet you'll need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (typically already included with the iPhone 3G).
  2. First you'll need to insert the Type C USB power plug adapter in the Djiboutian power outlet. You can identify the power supply by the 2 circular adjacent holes for live and neutral.
  3. Connect one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the bottom of the USB adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3G dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 3G.
  4. Switch on the Djiboutian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of your iPhone will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPhone 3G is charging, typically taking between one to four hours to fully recharge to full capacity. [AD]
Powering the iPhone 3G with a Djiboutian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

Charging the iPhone 3G from a Djiboutian power outlet by using a two pinned Type E USB adapter

A guide showing how to recharge the iPhone 3G from a Djiboutian power outlet by using a USB 30 pin connector and a Type E USB charger.

  1. To charge your iPhone 3G using the Djiboutian power outlet you will need a Type E USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - usually already included with the iPhone 3G.
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type E USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Djiboutian power outlet. You can recognise the wall outlet by the two large round adjacent holes and a long metal grounding pin protruding in the top to form a triangle shape.
  3. Connect one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the USB mains charger and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3G dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 3G.
  4. Turn on the Djiboutian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of the iPhone screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone is powering up and takes roughly 1 to 4 hours to recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
Charging the iPhone 3G from a Djiboutian power outlet by using a two pinned Type E USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - wikipedia.org web page about Djibouti
  2. Apple - official iPhone 3G user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  4. Type C USB power plug adapter - Conforming to Europlug specifications, the Type C USB power plug adapter incorporates two 4 mm rounded pins spaced 19 mm apart. It is engineered to adapt electrical outlets commonly found in Europe, converting them to USB-compatible charging ports..
  5. USB to Apple 30 pin cable - This connects compatible iPhones, iPods and iPads to a USB port for charging, syncing and playing music.
  6. iec.ch - Type E power outlet
  7. Type E USB power plug adapter - Meeting CEE 7/5 and CEE 7/6 standards, the Type E USB power plug adapter uses the Schuko standard with two round pins and an earthing hole. It adapts European outlets such as Germany to USB-standard ports for USB device charging..
  8. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A 4-port USB wall charger is an electrical device that provides simultaneous charging for up to four USB-compatible devices. It often includes interchangeable international plug adapters for global use..