How to charge your iPhone from a power outlet in Kosovo

Instructions showing how to charge the iPhone with a Kosovan power outlet with an Apple 30 pin cable with a Type C power charger and charging the iPhone using a Type F power plug.

Kosovan power outlet

Varying complicated combinations of region codes and plugs can often be daunting when planning on visiting another country, especially if you've never been there before. This guide was specifically written to stop you needing to worry if you'll be able to charge the iPhone when abroad.When travelling to Kosovo these useful instructions show how to supply power to your iPhone using their Type F or C Kosovan 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets. If travelling to Kosovo from another country please ensure the iPhone can accept a 240v supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120v make sure that the iPhone 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.

This page details the iPhone 1st generation, the original iPhone is missing some features which have since been introduced to more recent iPhones. Visit the Apple category page for the full range of Apple iPhones. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 3 or greater on the iPhone.

Charging the iPhone in Kosovo

Can you use the iPhone in Kosovo?

Yes, you can use the iPhone in Kosovo.

What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPhone in Kosovo?

When travelling with more than your iPhone then the best international travel charger for Kosovo is a multiple USB charger which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Kosovars use two different standards of wall outlets (F and C) and using a travel charger like this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

As these types of chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle 100 - 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa just by changing the supplied heads. If your iPhone is compatible with Fast Charge (note not all USB devices do) then you'll benefit from much faster recharging times with one of these power chargers and additional compatibility with more power hungry devices like tablets. Unlike other chargers having a four port charger will also allow you to charge multiple devices at once without needing to pack seperate power chargers on your trip to Kosovo. Because you are only packing a single lightweight USB travel charger will also keep the overall size and weight down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage as well as being convenient for recharging your iPhone at the airport or on the plane. Due to their flexibility these types of adapters can be used when you return home as well as abroad so when you’re not travelling they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple tablets and phones without using up an additional wall outlet.

We suggest buying a versatile travel adapter like this at an electronics retailer. The multipurpose travel adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous countries with perfect reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Kosovo

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the iPhone, however for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs these power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which is useful when visiting counties with unreliable or unstable power supplies. These travel converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Continental Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling portable power converter for travellers originating from America going to Kosovo using 3 pinned type B US plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly 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 gives practically the same set of features as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a flexible 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 a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Kosovo. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPhone in Kosovo?

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPhone from a Kosovan power outlet

Using the 30 pin Apple connector with a 2 pinned Type C USB adapter to recharge your iPhone from a Kosovan power outlet.

  1. To supply power to the iPhone using a Kosovan power outlet you'll need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (Apple will typically supply this cable with your iPhone).
  2. Start by inserting the Type C USB power plug adapter in the Kosovan power outlet. You can identify this wall supply by two circular holes adjacent to each other.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the power charger and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone. The iPhone dock connector is found at bottom of the iPhone.
  4. Turn on the Kosovan 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 is recharging taking roughly 1 to 4 hours to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPhone from a Kosovan power outlet

Powering the iPhone with a Kosovan power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

Using a 30 pin Apple connector and a two pinned Type F USB adapter to charge the iPhone from a Kosovan power outlet.

  1. If you want to power the iPhone using a Kosovan power outlet you will need a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (the cable is usually already supplied with the device).
  2. Plug in the Type F USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. The recessed circular plug outlet (known as the Type F power outlet [6]) can be identified by two large circular holes 19 mm next to each other along with grounding clips on the top and bottom.
  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. The iPhone dock connector is found at bottom of the iPhone.
  4. Switch on the Kosovan 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 is recharging and takes between 1 - 4 hours to fully recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
Powering the iPhone with a Kosovan power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Wikipedia.org page about Kosovo
  2. Apple - the original iPhone product manual
  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 F power outlet
  7. Type F USB power plug adapter - Compliant with Europlugs and CEE 7/17 specifications, the Type F or Schuko adapter is engineered to adapt German electrical power outlets into USB-compatible 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..