Charging the iPhone when visiting Gibraltar

A guide showing you how to charge your iPhone from a Gibraltar power outlet by using an Apple 30-pin cable and a three pinned Type G power charger and charging the iPhone using a Type C USB adapter.

Gibraltar power outlet

Various standards and voltages can often cause confusion when planning to stay in a different country, especially if you've never visited before. These instructions were specifically written to stop you worrying if you'll be able to charge your iPhone abroad.The following instructions will show you what you'll need to power the iPhone when you're visiting Gibraltar by using their Type G or C Gibraltar 240 volt 50Hz plug outlets, you will find most Llanitos normally use the Type G sockets in their plug outlets. If travelling to Gibraltar from a different region make sure that the iPhone can accept a 240v supply. If your iPhone originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) check the iPhone is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional power converter to avoid the device from overheating when powering up. If you are planning on staying in a destination such as Gibraltar we recommend reading the wikipedia web page about Gibraltar [1] for more indepth information on travelling to the location.

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Charging the iPhone in Gibraltar

Can you use the iPhone in Gibraltar?

Yes, you can connect the iPhone to a Gibraltar power outlet.

What is the best travel adapter for the iPhone in Gibraltar?

If you are travelling with more than just your iPhone and visiting more than one country the best travel power adapter for Gibraltar is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Llanitos use two different standards of power outlets (G and C) and using a power adapter like this ensures that you are covered for both types C and G. As these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and can handle from 100 - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries around the world just by changing the plugs over. If your iPhone is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much faster charging times with one of these types of USB power chargers, along with additional support for certain power hungry devices like tablets. This will allow you to recharge multiple devices at once without needing to buy multiple power chargers. Because you are only packing a single travel charger will also keep the overall weight down, making it perfect to fold up in hand baggage while travelling. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of chargers can be used at home so when you’re not on holiday they can sit overnight charging multiple phones and tablets without using up an additional plug socket.

We suggest searching for a multipurpose travel adapter similar to this online. The travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world with good reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Gibraltar

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to recharge devices using USB, but for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power adapters offer surge protection which can be crucial for visitors of counties with unreliable or unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices from voltage spikes. These travel converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact power converter for travellers originating from North America going to Gibraltar using type B American plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs and gives almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with just one less AC outlet for almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers 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 suitable for most travellers from around the world visiting Gibraltar. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the iPhone in Gibraltar?

How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPhone from a Gibraltar power outlet

A guide showing you how to charge your iPhone from a Gibraltar power outlet by using an Apple 30-pin cable and a three pinned Type G power charger.

  1. If you want to charge your iPhone using a Gibraltar power outlet you'll need to buy a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5], typically already supplied with your device by Apple.
  2. Plug in the Type G USB power plug adapter in the power supply. This plug outlet (technically called a Type G power outlet [3]) looks like three slots in a triangular pattern for live, neutral and ground.
  3. Then connect one end of the Apple 30 pin cord into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone. The iPhone dock connector is found at bottom of the iPhone.
  4. Switch on the Gibraltar power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of the iPhone screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPhone is recharging which takes around 1 - 4 hours to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPhone from a Gibraltar power outlet

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

Using an Apple USB 30-pin cable and a two pinned Type C power charger to charge the iPhone from a Gibraltar power outlet.

  1. To supply power to your iPhone from a Gibraltar power outlet you will need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (normally already supplied with your device by Apple).
  2. Insert the Type C USB power plug adapter into the Gibraltar power outlet. This unearthed wall outlet, sometimes called a Type C power outlet [6], is identified by two adjacent holes next to each other where the plug outlet pins go.
  3. Connect one end of the cable into the mains USB charger and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone. The iPhone dock connector is found at bottom of the iPhone.
  4. Turn on the Gibraltar power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your iPhone will display a charge icon to indicate that the phone is charging and takes roughly 60-240 minutes to fully recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPhone with a Gibraltar power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - wikipedia web page about Gibraltar
  2. Apple - the original iPhone product manual
  3. iec.ch - Type G power outlet
  4. Type G USB power plug adapter - Suitable for use in England, Ireland, and Scotland, a grounded three pin Type G adapter turns UK electrical power outlets into USB ports for reliable charging..
  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 C power outlet
  7. 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..
  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..