Charging your iPad 3 from a power outlet in Solomon Islands

Using a USB 30 pin Apple cable and a Type G power adapter to power your iPad 3 with a Solomon Islands power outlet.

Solomon Islands power outlet

Various combinations of standards and plug types can often cause confusion when planning to travel to another country if you've never been there before. With only a handful of different types of plug sockets used in the world this article shows exactly what you'll need in advance to charge the iPad 3 . This step by step guide will show you exactly what you'll need to supply power to the iPad 3 when you are visiting Solomon Islands using the standard G or I type Solomon Islands 220 volt 50Hz plug outlets. If visiting Solomon Islands from a different country please make sure your iPad 3 can be charged using a 240 volt supply. If your iPad 3 originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure the device is dual voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional power transformer to prevent the device from overheating whilst powering it up. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad 3.

Charging the iPad 3 in Solomon Islands

Can you use the iPad 3 in Solomon Islands?

You can connect the iPad 3 to a Solomon Islands power outlet by using the correct power convertor.

What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPad 3 in Solomon Islands?

If you are travelling with more than just your iPad 3 and visiting more than one country the best travel charger for Solomon Islands is a multiple USB port charger which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Solomon Islanders use two different types of power outlets (G and I) and using a power charger like this will ensure that you are covered for type G.

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 changing the heads over. If your type of iPad 3 can support Fast Charge (note that not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times by using one of these travel chargers along with support for more power demanding devices.

Unlike other chargers having a 4 port charger means you can recharge more than one device at once without needing to bring individual power adapters on your trip. By only packing a single international travel charger will keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage as well as being suitable for charging your iPad 3 at an airport or on a flight. Due to their versatility these types of adapters can be used at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple smartphones, tablets and speakers without needing an additional wall outlet.

We recommend 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 with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Solomon Islands

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to recharge devices via USB, however for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power adapters offer surge protection which is crucial when visiting regions with unstable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected devices. These travel converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Solomon Islands and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact option for travellers originating from North America visiting Solomon Islands using 3 pinned 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 practically the same set of features as the BESTEK with one less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 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 Solomon Islands. [6] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPad 3 in Solomon Islands?

How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPad 3 from a Solomon Islands power outlet

Instructions showing how to power the iPad 3 with a Solomon Islands power outlet using the USB 30-pin Apple cable with a three pinned Type G power adapter.

  1. If you want to charge the iPad 3 using the Solomon Islands power outlet you will need to buy a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (usually included with the device).
  2. Start by plugging the Type G USB power plug adapter into the Solomon Islands power outlet. This wall outlet (sometimes called the Type G power outlet [3]) looks like 3 vertical rectangular slots forming a triangular configuration.
  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 iPad 3. The iPad 3 dock connector is found at the base of the iPad 3.
  4. Turn on the Solomon Islands power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of the iPad screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is powering up taking between 1 to 4 hours to completely recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPad 3 from a Solomon Islands power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - wikipedia entry about Solomon Islands
  2. Apple - official iPad user guide
  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. 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..