How to charge your iPhone 4 from a power outlet in Jersey

How to connect a Jersey power outlet to the iPhone 4

Jersey power outlet

Various voltages and standards can often be confusing when planning to travel to another country, especially for the first time traveller. This guide shows what you'll need to charge the iPhone 4 when staying in Jersey using their 230 volt 50Hz G Type plug outlet, with the Channel Islanders using a 13 amp plug for charging. If travelling to Jersey from another country please ensure the iPhone 4 can accept a 240v supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110v make sure the iPhone 4 is dual voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) otherwise you may need to use an additional power transformer to stop the device from overheating when charging it. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 4.

Charging the iPhone 4 in Jersey

Can you use the iPhone 4 in Jersey?

Yes, you can use the iPhone 4 in Jersey.

What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPhone 4 in Jersey?

When you are travelling with more than just your iPhone 4 then the best international travel power adapter for Jersey is a multiple USB charger which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. As these types of chargers come with interchangeable plugs and can handle from 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries around the world just by changing the supplied heads over. If your iPhone 4 is compatible with Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from much faster recharging times by using one of these types of power chargers plus compatibility with more power hungry devices like tablets.

Unlike other travel adapters having a four port charger will also allow you to recharge more than one device simultaneously without needing to buy seperate power chargers for your trip or occupying additional power outlets. Only bringing a single travel charger will keep the overall size and weight down, making it ideal to fold up in hand luggage as well as being on hand for charging your iPhone 4 at an airport or on the plane. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of adapters can be used when back at home so when you’re not travelling they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, phones and speakers without needing an additional power outlet.

We suggest buying this type of flexible power adapter at an electronics retailer. The power adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for recharging multiple USB devices in numerous different countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Jersey

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 4, however for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which is crucial for visitors of counties with unreliable or unstable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected appliances from voltage spikes. These travel converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China 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 most popular portable power converter for travellers originating from America visiting Jersey 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 Orico travel adapter is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs and gives the same functionality as the BESTEK with just 1 less AC outlet at almost half 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 Jersey. [6] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPhone 4 in Jersey?

How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPhone 4 from a Jersey power outlet

Using a 30 pin Apple connector and a three pinned Type G USB adapter to charge the iPhone 4 from a Jersey power outlet.

  1. To power your iPhone 4 from the Jersey power outlet you'll need to use a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5], Apple normally include this cable when you first purchase the iPhone 4.
  2. Begin by taking the Type G USB power plug adapter and inserting it into the Jersey power outlet. You can identify this wall supply by three vertical rectangular holes containing plastic shutters in a triangle configuration.
  3. Connect one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the bottom of the USB power charger and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 4. The iPhone 4 dock connector is found at bottom of the iPhone 4.
  4. Switch on the Jersey power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of your phone screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone 4 is recharging and takes between 1 - 4 hours to fully recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPhone 4 from a Jersey power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Jersey 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 30 pin cable - This connects compatible iPhones, iPods and iPads to a USB port for charging, syncing and playing music.
  6. 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..