How to charge your iPhone 6 Plus from a power outlet in Nicaragua

Instructions showing how to charge the iPhone 6 Plus with a Nicaraguan power outlet with an Apple USB Lightning connector and a double pin Type A USB adapter and recharging the iPhone 6 Plus using a Type B USB adapter.

Nicaraguan power outlet

Varying different combinations of voltages and plug types can all be confusing when planning to travel to a different country especially for the first time traveller. This guide was specifically written to prevent travellers needing to worry if they'll be able to power the iPhone 6 Plus abroad.The following useful guide shows how to power the iPhone 6 Plus when going to Nicaragua by using their B or A type 120 volt 60Hz plug outlets. If the iPhone 6 Plus does not power up or charges slowly when travelling to Nicaragua from another country please check that it is compatible with a 110 volt power supply. Electrical devices which come from another country which use a higher voltage (for example 220 volts) either take longer to charge or won't power up, so check that your device is dual-voltage (you'll find these are usually marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional power converter to ensure proper use. If you intend to visit a Nicaraguan destination such as Managua or León refer to the Nicaraguan country page on wikipedia.org [1] for further details prior to the area. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 6 Plus.

Charging the iPhone 6 Plus in Nicaragua

Can you use the iPhone 6 Plus in Nicaragua?

Yes, you can use the iPhone 6 Plus in Nicaragua by using the correct power convertor.

What is the best power charger for the iPhone 6 Plus in Nicaragua?

When you are travelling with more than just your iPhone 6 Plus the best travel charger for Nicaragua to buy is a multiple USB port adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two types of plug sockets in Nicaragua (B and A) and using a travel charger like this will ensure that you are covered for type A.

As these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and handle 100 volts to 240 volts will mean that you can travel to over 100 countries around the world simply by switching the supplied heads over. If your iPhone 6 Plus is compatible with Fast Charge (note not all USB devices do) then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times with one of these USB travel adapters, and support for certain power hungry devices like tablets.

Unlike other travel chargers having a four port charger means you can power multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring multiple travel chargers for your Nicaraguan trip. Because you are only packing a single international USB travel charger will also keep the weight down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage whilst travelling and on hand for charging your iPhone 6 Plus at an airport or on a plane. Because of their flexibility these types of adapters can be used at home as well as abroad so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple tablets, smartphones and speakers without needing an additional wall outlet.

We recommend searching for this type of versatile travel charger online. The power adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Nicaragua

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices via USB, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which is crucial for visitors of counties with unreliable or unstable power supplies. These travel converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Nicaragua and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact power adapter for travellers originating from America visiting Nicaragua using 3 pin type B US plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers from America using type B plugs. This is a more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet at almost half the 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 ideal for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Nicaragua. [8] [AD]
What is the best power charger for the iPhone 6 Plus in Nicaragua?

How to use a Type A power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Nicaraguan power outlet

Using an Apple Lightning cable with a Type A power adapter to charge the iPhone 6 Plus with a Nicaraguan power outlet.

  1. To supply power to your iPhone 6 Plus from the Nicaraguan power outlet you'll need to buy a Type A USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple normally include this cable with your iPhone 6 Plus).
  2. Insert the Type A USB power plug adapter in the Nicaraguan power outlet. You can recognise the plug outlet by the 2 adjacent slots.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. You can find the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus found at the bottom of your iPhone 6 Plus.
  4. Switch on the Nicaraguan power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of your cellphone will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone 6 Plus is charging, typically taking around 60-240 minutes to recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type A power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Nicaraguan power outlet

How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Nicaraguan power outlet

Instructions showing how to charge the iPhone 6 Plus from a Nicaraguan power outlet with an Apple USB Lightning connector and a three pin Type B USB adapter.

  1. To power the iPhone 6 Plus from the Nicaraguan power outlet you will need a Type B USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], this cable is normally included with your iPhone 6 Plus by Apple.
  2. Start the process by inserting the Type B USB power plug adapter in the Nicaraguan power outlet. You can identify the plug outlet by the 2 slots next to each other with a hole below for the slightly longer earth pin.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the mains power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. You can find the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus situated at the bottom of your iPhone 6 Plus.
  4. Switch on the Nicaraguan power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of your mobile will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone 6 Plus is recharging which should take around 60 to 240 minutes to recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Nicaraguan power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Nicaraguan country page on wikipedia.org
  2. Apple - official iPhone user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type A power outlet
  4. Type A USB power plug adapter - With its two-blade, ungrounded design, the Type A USB power plug adapter offers a straightforward way to convert electrical outlets in countries like the United States and Canada into USB ports for easy device charging..
  5. USB to Apple Lightning cable - The Apple Lightning cable is a charging and syncing cable for more recent Apple devices and connects compatible iPhones and iPads to a USB port.
  6. iec.ch - Type B power outlet
  7. Type B USB power plug adapter - A Type B USB power plug adapter conforms to the NEMA 5-15 specifications, featuring 2 parallel flat blades and an extended grounding pin. Rated at 15A and 125 volts, suitable for use in the United States and Canada for converting domestic outlets to USB..
  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..