Charging the iPhone 4S in The Republic of the Congo

A guide on how to recharge the iPhone 4S from a Congo power outlet using the Apple 30-pin cable and a two pinned Type E power charger, charging the iPhone 4S using a two pin Type C USB charger and powering the iPhone 4S using a three pin Type D USB plug

Congo power outlet

Varying different region codes and sockets can often be daunting when planning on staying in a foreign country especially if you've never been there before. This page has been specifically written to prevent travellers needing to worry if they can charge their iPhone 4S when they are staying in The Republic of the Congo.If you are going to The Republic of the Congo the following instructions show how to charge the iPhone 4S using the standard Type E, C or D 230 volt 50Hz plug outlets. When travelling to The Republic of the Congo from another region check that the iPhone 4S can accept a 240v supply. If your iPhone 4S originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) double check the iPhone 4S is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional voltage converter to stop the device from overheating during charging. If you plan on visiting a Congo destination such as Kinshasa or Lubumbashi please read the Wikipedia.org entry about The Republic of the Congo [1] for more indepth details. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 4S.

Charging the iPhone 4S in The Republic of the Congo

Can you use the iPhone 4S in The Republic of the Congo?

Yes, you can connect the iPhone 4S to a Congo power outlet.

What is the best power charger for recharging the iPhone 4S in The Republic of the Congo?

When travelling with more than your iPhone 4S then the best travel adapter for The Republic of the Congo to buy is a multiple USB charger which includes compatible plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are three types of power outlets in The Republic of the Congo (types E, C and D) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C. Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle from 100 volts - 240 volts will mean you can travel to over 100 countries around the world just by changing the included plugs over. If your iPhone 4S is compatible with Fast Charge (not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times by using one of these types of USB power chargers, and support for more power hungry devices. Unlike other travel adapters this means you can charge more than one device simultaneously without needing to pack individual travel adapters for your trip or using up additional wall outlets. Because you are only needing to bring a single travel charger will also keep the overall weight down, making it perfect to fold up in hand baggage while travelling and on hand for charging your iPhone 4S at the airport or on a flight. Because of their flexibility these types of power chargers can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, smartphones and speakers without using up an additional power outlet.

For those travelling on a regular basis we suggest buying an adaptable travel adapter like this online. The multipurpose travel charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous different countries around the world.

Alternative travel adapter for The Republic of the Congo

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices via USB, however for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs these power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which is necessary for visitors of regions with unreliable power supplies. These power adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both The Republic of the Congo 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 best selling compact power adapter for travellers originating from America going to The Republic of the Congo 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 offers almost the same functionality as the BESTEK with one less AC outlet at almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a generous 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 The Republic of the Congo. [10] [AD]
What is the best power charger for recharging the iPhone 4S in The Republic of the Congo?

Charging the iPhone 4S from a Congo power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Using the Apple 30-pin cable and a two pinned Type C power charger to recharge the iPhone 4S from a Congo power outlet.

  1. In order to power the iPhone 4S from the Congo power outlet you will need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - normally already supplied with your device.
  2. Begin the process by inserting the Type C USB power plug adapter into the Congo power outlet. You can recognise this wall outlet by the 2 circular holes adjacent to each other.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the USB adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 4S. The iPhone 4S dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 4S.
  4. Turn on the Congo 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 one-four hours to fully recharge. [AD]
Charging the iPhone 4S from a Congo power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

How to use a Type D power charger for recharging your iPhone 4S from a Congo power outlet

Using the Apple 30-pin cable and a three pinned Type D power charger to charge the iPhone 4S from a Congo power outlet.

  1. To charge the iPhone 4S using a Congo power outlet you'll need to use a Type D USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (the USB cable is usually included with the iPhone 4S).
  2. Begin by plugging the Type D USB power plug adapter in the power outlet. The plug supply, sometimes known as the Type D power outlet [6], looks like 3 circular holes forming a triangular configuration for live, neutral and ground pins.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the USB adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 4S. The iPhone 4S dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 4S.
  4. Turn on the Congo power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your iPhone 4S will display a charge icon to indicate that the mobile is recharging taking around 1 to 4 hours to fully recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type D power charger for recharging your iPhone 4S from a Congo power outlet

Powering the iPhone 4S with a Congo power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

A guide on how to recharge the iPhone 4S from a Congo power outlet using the Apple 30-pin cable and a two pinned Type E power charger.

  1. If you want to supply power to your iPhone 4S from the Congo power outlet you will need to buy a Type E USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - Apple will normally include this cable when you buy the iPhone 4S.
  2. First plug in the Type E USB power plug adapter into the Congo power outlet. This circular plug supply, also known as the CEE 7/7 outlet, can be identified by two 4.8mm holes 19mm adjacent to each other for live and neutral pins along with one long metal earth pin protruding in the top forming a triangle shape.
  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 4S. The iPhone 4S dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 4S.
  4. Switch on the Congo power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right hand corner of the phone screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone is powering up which takes between 60 to 240 minutes to completely recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
Powering the iPhone 4S with a Congo power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Wikipedia.org entry about The Republic of the Congo
  2. Apple - official iPhone 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 D power outlet
  7. Type D USB power plug adapter - Designed for usage in South Asian countries such as India and Nepal, the Type D USB power plug adapter offers a practical solution for converting local 3-prong grounded outlets into USB ports, providing reliable charging for a range of USB devices..
  8. iec.ch - Type E power outlet
  9. 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..
  10. 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..