Charging the iPhone 6 Plus when staying in Lithuania

Using an Apple USB Lightning cable and a Type C USB adapter to power the iPhone 6 Plus with a Lithuanian power outlet and recharging the iPhone 6 Plus using a double pinned Type F power adapter.

Lithuanian power outlet

Differing standards and plugs can all be confusing when planning on visiting a new country especially if you've never visited before. This page has been written to stop travellers having to worry if they'll be able to power their iPhone 6 Plus when they are staying in Lithuania.When you're planning a vacation to Lithuania these useful instructions show how to power your iPhone 6 Plus by using the Type F or C Lithuanian 230 volt 50Hz power outlets. When travelling to Lithuania from another region make sure the iPhone 6 Plus can be used with a 240v supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120 volts ensure your iPhone 6 Plus is dual voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional power converter to avoid the device from overheating whilst powering it. If you plan to visit a Lithuanian city like Vilnius refer to the Lithuanian country entry on wikipedia [1] for more details. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 6 Plus.

Charging the iPhone 6 Plus in Lithuania

Can the iPhone 6 Plus be used in Lithuania?

Yes, you can use the iPhone 6 Plus in Lithuania.

What is the best travel charger for the iPhone 6 Plus in Lithuania?

When you are travelling with more than your iPhone 6 Plus the best international travel charger for Lithuania is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two different types of wall outlets in Lithuania (types F and C) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type C. As these chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 volts to 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries around the world just by changing the plugs over. If your iPhone 6 Plus can support Fast Charge then you'll benefit from faster charging times with one of these types of USB power chargers, and compatibility with more power demanding devices like tablets.

Unlike other chargers having a 4 port charger means you can power more than one device simultaneously without needing to pack multiple travel chargers or occupying additional power sockets. By only needing a single lightweight travel charger will also keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage whilst travelling. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple tablets and phones and using only a single power outlet.

For those travelling frequently we suggest searching for this type of versatile power charger at an electronics retailer. The travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Lithuania

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to recharge devices using USB, but for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which is necessary for visitors of regions with unreliable or unstable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected devices from voltage spikes. These travel converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Lithuania and over 150 countries around the world:

  • 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 compact power adapter for travellers originating from North America going to Lithuania.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico travel adapter is also aimed at travellers from North America using type B plugs and gives almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with one 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 most travellers from around the world visiting Lithuania. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for the iPhone 6 Plus in Lithuania?

Powering the iPhone 6 Plus with a Lithuanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

Using an Apple USB Lightning cable and a Type C USB adapter to power the iPhone 6 Plus with a Lithuanian power outlet.

  1. To supply power to the iPhone 6 Plus from a Lithuanian power outlet you'll need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple should normally include this USB cable when you purchase your iPhone 6 Plus).
  2. Firstly plug the Type C USB power plug adapter in the power supply. The wall supply (sometimes called a Europlug) can be recognised by the 2 adjacent holes for live and neutral pins.
  3. Connect one end of the Lightning power cord into the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. The iPhone 6 Plus Lightning connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 6 Plus under the home button.
  4. Turn on the Lithuanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of the iPhone 6 Plus screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPhone 6 Plus is charging, typically taking between 60 to 240 minutes to completely recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPhone 6 Plus with a Lithuanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Lithuanian power outlet

Using a USB Lightning connector and a Type F Schuko USB charger to recharge the iPhone 6 Plus from a Lithuanian power outlet.

  1. If you want to charge the iPhone 6 Plus using the Lithuanian power outlet you'll need a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - normally already supplied with your iPhone 6 Plus by Apple.
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type F USB power plug adapter and inserting it into the Lithuanian power outlet. The circular plug supply (known as a Type F power outlet [6] or Schuko plug) can be recognised by two round adjacent holes next to each other where the pins go, plus a pair of thin metal grounding clips on the top and bottom.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB charging cable into the bottom of the USB mains 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. Switch on the Lithuanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the mobile screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone is powering up taking between one to four hours to fully recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Lithuanian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Lithuanian country entry on wikipedia
  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 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..