Charging the iPhone 3G from a power outlet in Israel

Using an Apple USB 30 pin connector with a 3 pin Type H power adapter to recharge your iPhone 3G with an Israeli power outlet, charging the iPhone 3G using a Type C power adapter and charging the iPhone 3G using a three pin Type M power adapter

Israeli power outlet

Complicated combinations of region codes and plugs can often lead to confusion when planning to travel to another country for the first time traveller. These instructions have been specifically written to stop you having to worry if you'll be able to charge the iPhone 3G when staying in Israel.This page contains instructions telling you how to charge your iPhone 3G when staying in Israel using the standard M, C or H type Israeli 220 volt 50Hz power outlets, Type H wall outlets are normally used by a majority of Israelis. When travelling to Israel from a different country please check that your iPhone 3G can be charged using a 220v supply. If it was purchased from a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120 volts check the device is dual-voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional power converter to avoid the device from overloading whilst powering it. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 4 or greater on the iPhone 3G.

Charging the iPhone 3G in Israel

Can you use the iPhone 3G in Israel?

You can use the iPhone 3G in Israel.

What is the best power adapter for the iPhone 3G in Israel?

When travelling to more than one country and bringing along more than your iPhone 3G the best international travel adapter for Israel is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Israelis use three different standards of wall outlets (types M, C and H) and using a travel adapter like this ensures that you are covered for type C.

Because these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and can handle 100 volts - 240 volts will mean you can travel to multiple countries around the world simply by changing the heads over. If your type of iPhone 3G is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much faster charging times by using one of these USB travel chargers, plus additional compatibility with certain power hungry devices.

This will also allow you to power more than one device at once without needing to buy individual power adapters or occupying additional wall outlets. Because you are only packing a single lightweight travel charger will also keep the weight and size down, making it ideal to fold up and store in hand baggage whilst travelling. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of power adapters can be used back at home so when you’re not travelling they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple phones and tablets without needing an additional plug socket.

If you travel to Israel we suggest searching for this type of versatile power adapter online. The multipurpose power adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Israel

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices using USB, however for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power adapters offer surge protection which is necessary for travellers to regions with unreliable or unstable power grids. These power converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Continental Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China 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 best selling compact power converter for travellers originating from North America visiting Israel using type B American plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers from the US using type B plugs. This is a cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet for 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 suitable for most travellers from around the world visiting Israel. [10] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for the iPhone 3G in Israel?

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPhone 3G from an Israeli power outlet

Using the Apple USB 30 pin connector and a 2 pin Type C power charger to charge your iPhone 3G with an Israeli power outlet.

  1. In order to power the iPhone 3G from an Israeli power outlet you'll need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (usually included with the device by Apple).
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Israeli power outlet. The power supply (known as a Type C power outlet [3]) can be recognised by two holes adjacent to each other for live and neutral. Please be aware that that Type C electrical sockets are less commonplace in Israel, however the ungrounded Type C plug will also fit into Type H power outlets which are more popular in Israel.
  3. Plug in one end of the Apple 30 pin cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3G dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 3G.
  4. Turn on the Israeli power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of the cell screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the phone is recharging which should take around one to four hours to fully recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPhone 3G from an Israeli power outlet

Charging the iPhone 3G from an Israeli power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type I USB adapter

Using an Apple USB 30 pin connector with a 3 pin Type H power adapter to recharge your iPhone 3G with an Israeli power outlet.

  1. If you want to supply power to the iPhone 3G using the Israeli power outlet you'll need a Type H USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - this USB cable is typically supplied with your iPhone 3G by Apple.
  2. Start by plugging the Type H USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. You can identify the plug supply by the three thin slots pointing to the middle in a triangular pattern. More modern type H wall outlets have round holes in the middle of each thin slot to accommodate the round pinned Type C plugs which are compatible with almost 140 other countries. These are the most common outlets found in Israel.
  3. Plug in one end of the cord into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3G dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 3G.
  4. Turn on the Israeli power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of the phone will display a charging icon to indicate that the phone is recharging, typically taking roughly 1 - 4 hours to completely recharge to full capacity. [AD]
Charging the iPhone 3G from an Israeli power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type I USB adapter

How to use a Type M power charger for charging your iPhone 3G from an Israeli power outlet

A guide showing how to charge your iPhone 3G with an Israeli power outlet with the Apple USB 30-pin cable and a 3 pin Type M USB charger.

  1. In order to supply power to the iPhone 3G using an Israeli power outlet you'll need a Type M USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - usually supplied with your device by Apple.
  2. Start by plugging the Type M USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. This plug supply (technically called the Type M power outlet [8]) looks like three round holes in a triangular shape. These outlets might not be as commonplace in Israel. These outlets are being phased out in Israel in favour of Type H power outlets and are only typically used with high wattage equipment.
  3. Connect one end of the power cable into the bottom of the mains power adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3G dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 3G.
  4. Switch on the Israeli power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of your iPhone 3G screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the mobile is charging and takes around 60 to 240 minutes to fully recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type M power charger for charging your iPhone 3G from an Israeli power outlet

See also

  1. Israel - Go Israel
  2. Apple - official iPhone 3G 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 H power outlet
  7. Type H USB power plug adapter - There are three 19mm long prongs which are 4.5 mm round forming a triangle in an inverted V format on an earthed Type H USB charger.
  8. iec.ch - Type M power outlet
  9. Type M USB power plug adapter - South African Type M USB chargers have three large circular pins in a triangular shape with the top earthed pin longer and larger in diameter.
  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..