How to charge the iPhone 6 Plus when planning a trip to Djibouti

A guide on how to power the iPhone 6 Plus with a Djiboutian power outlet with the Lightning Apple cable with a Type C Europlug USB charger and charging the iPhone 6 Plus using a Type E power adapter.

Djiboutian power outlet

Various voltages and plugs can often be confusing when planning on visiting a new country to the first time traveller. This guide was specifically written to prevent you having to worry if you'll be able to charge your iPhone 6 Plus abroad.This page has useful instructions demonstrating exactly what you'll need to supply power to your iPhone 6 Plus when travelling to Djibouti by using their Type E or C Djiboutian 220 volt 50Hz wall outlets. If travelling to Djibouti from a different region check that the iPhone 6 Plus can be charged using a 240v supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts check that your device is dual voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional transformer to avoid the device from being damaged whilst powering it. If you plan on visiting a Djiboutian destination like Djibouti or Ali Sabieh we also recommend referring to the wikipedia web page about Djibouti [1] for further information on the location. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 6 Plus.

Charging the iPhone 6 Plus in Djibouti

Can the iPhone 6 Plus be used in Djibouti?

You can use the iPhone 6 Plus in Djibouti by using the correct power convertor.

What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPhone 6 Plus in Djibouti?

If travelling to more than one country then the best international travel charger for Djibouti is a multiple USB port adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two standards of power outlets in Djibouti (types E and C) and using a power charger like this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

Because these chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries around the world just by changing the included plugs. If your model of iPhone 6 Plus supports Fast Charge then you'll benefit from quicker recharging times by using one of these power adapters, plus compatibility with more power hungry devices. This will allow you to recharge more than one device at once without needing to pack individual travel adapters for your trip or occupying additional wall sockets. By only bringing a single international USB travel charger will keep the size down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage while travelling. Due to their space saving versatility these types of travel adapters can be used when you return home as well as abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, smartphones and e-readers and using just a single plug socket.

We suggest searching for an adaptable travel adapter like this online, the power adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for powering multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Djibouti

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 converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power adapters offer surge protection which is crucial for visitors of counties with unreliable or unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices. These power converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Djibouti and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling portable option for travellers originating from North America visiting Djibouti using 3 pin type B US plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs and offers almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with just 1 less AC outlet for almost half 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 perfect for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Djibouti. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPhone 6 Plus in Djibouti?

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Djiboutian power outlet

Using a USB Lightning Apple connector and a Type C power adapter to charge your iPhone 6 Plus from a Djiboutian power outlet.

  1. To power the iPhone 6 Plus from a Djiboutian power outlet you will need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple should usually include the USB cable with your iPhone 6 Plus).
  2. Start by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it into the power supply. The plug outlet, also called the Europlug, is identified by two round holes next to each other.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the Lightning charging cord into the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. The iPhone 6 Plus Lightning connector is situated at bottom of the iPhone 6 Plus under the home button.
  4. Turn on the Djiboutian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your cell will display a charging icon to indicate that the mobile is powering up which should take between one to four hours to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Djiboutian power outlet

How to use a Type E power charger for charging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Djiboutian power outlet

Using a USB Lightning Apple connector with a Type E power adapter to charge the iPhone 6 Plus from a Djiboutian power outlet.

  1. In order to charge your iPhone 6 Plus using a Djiboutian power outlet you'll need to use a Type E USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (usually already included with your device by Apple).
  2. Begin by taking the Type E USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the wall outlet. You can identify this power outlet by the two round adjacent holes next to each other where the plug outlet pins go with a single long metal earth pin protruding from the top in a triangle pattern.
  3. Then connect one end of the Lightning charging cord into the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. The iPhone 6 Plus Lightning connector is situated at bottom of the iPhone 6 Plus under the home button.
  4. Turn on the Djiboutian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right hand corner of your phone will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone is powering up which takes between 1-4 hours to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type E power charger for charging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Djiboutian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - wikipedia web page about Djibouti
  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 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 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..