Charging your iPhone 5C from a power outlet in Gibraltar

Instructions showing how to charge your iPhone 5C with a Gibraltar power outlet with a Lightning Apple cable and a Type G power adapter and how to charge the iPhone 5C using a Type C Europlug power charger.

Gibraltar power outlet

Varying different voltages and sockets can often lead to confusion when planning to travel to another country if you've never been there before. These instructions have been written to help assist visitors wanting to power their iPhone 5C when they are visiting Gibraltar.When you are visiting Gibraltar the following useful instructions show how to power your iPhone 5C by using their types G or C 240 volt 50Hz plug outlets, most Llanitos will normally use Type G plugs in their plug outlets. If visiting Gibraltar from a different country please check that your iPhone 5C can be charged using a 240v supply. If your iPhone 5C was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110 volts) ensure your iPhone 5C is dual voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional power transformer to stop the device from being damaged when powering up. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 5C.

Charging the iPhone 5C in Gibraltar

Can you use the iPhone 5C in Gibraltar?

You can use the iPhone 5C in Gibraltar.

What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPhone 5C in Gibraltar?

When travelling with more than just your iPhone 5C and visiting more than one country the best international travel charger for Gibraltar to buy is a multiple USB port charger which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Llanitos use two different standards of power outlets (types G and C) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for both types C and G. As these chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and handle 100 volts - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa simply by changing the included plugs over. If your iPhone 5C can support Fast Charge (note that not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times by using one of these USB power chargers, plus compatibility with certain power hungry devices like tablets. Having a four port adapter means you can charge more than one device at once without needing to buy multiple power adapters. By only needing to bring a single USB travel charger will keep the size and weight down, making it ideal to fold up and store in hand baggage while travelling as well as being convenient for recharging your iPhone 5C at an airport or on your flight. Because of their versatility these types of travel adapters can be used at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, smartphones and e-readers with just a single wall outlet.

If you travel regularly we suggest searching for a flexible power adapter like this at your preferred electronics retailer - the travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for powering multiple USB devices in numerous different countries with good reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Gibraltar

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world who only have USB devices such as the iPhone 5C, but for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to counties with unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances. These power converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Gibraltar and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular portable option for travellers originating from America going to Gibraltar using type B US 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 and offers the same functionality as the BESTEK with just 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 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 Gibraltar. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPhone 5C in Gibraltar?

How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPhone 5C from a Gibraltar power outlet

Instructions showing how to charge your iPhone 5C with a Gibraltar power outlet with a Lightning Apple cable and a Type G power adapter.

  1. In order to power the iPhone 5C from a Gibraltar power outlet you will need to use a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple usually supply the cable when you buy your iPhone 5C).
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type G USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the Gibraltar power outlet. You can recognise this wall outlet by three holes with shutters in a triangular shape.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5C. You can find the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5C situated at the bottom of the iPhone 5C.
  4. Turn on the Gibraltar power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of your iPhone 5C screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone 5C is powering up taking roughly 1 to 4 hours to recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPhone 5C from a Gibraltar power outlet

Charging the iPhone 5C from a Gibraltar power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Instructions on how to recharge your iPhone 5C with a Gibraltar power outlet with a Lightning Apple cable and a Type C Europlug USB charger.

  1. In order to supply power to the iPhone 5C from a Gibraltar power outlet you'll need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - typically already included with the iPhone 5C.
  2. Start the process by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Gibraltar power outlet. The power supply, sometimes called a Europlug, is identified by the 2 round adjacent holes next to each other for live and neutral.
  3. Connect one end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5C. You can find the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5C situated at the bottom of the iPhone 5C.
  4. Turn on the Gibraltar power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of the iPhone 5C screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone is powering up and takes roughly 1 to 4 hours to recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
Charging the iPhone 5C from a Gibraltar power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Gibraltar country wikipedia page
  2. Apple - official iPhone 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 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 C power outlet
  7. 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..
  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..