How to charge your iPad Air 2 from a power outlet in Bermuda

Instructions showing how to recharge your iPad Air 2 from a Bermuda power outlet using the Lightning Apple connector with a 2 pinned Type A power charger and recharging an iPad Air 2 using a 3 pinned Type B power plug.

Bermuda power outlet

When packing for a vacation to Bermuda it's helpful to know in advance if you can charge any essential devices such as mobile phones or laptop computers when you arrive. Without knowing which power supply is used in Bermuda you may bring the wrong adaptor, therefore having to purchase a potentially overpriced adaptor when you arrive. Different frequencies and standards can often be daunting when planning on visiting another country especially if you've never visited before. However this isn't as complicated as it first appears, with only a handful of different types of standards used in the world this guide tells you exactly what you'll need to purchase in advance to power the iPad Air 2 in Bermuda. These instructions were written to help prepare people wanting to charge the iPad Air 2 abroad.When staying in Bermuda this page contains instructions showing how to charge your iPad Air 2 using their standard types B or A Bermuda 120 volt 60Hz plug outlets, most Bermudians will typically use Type B sockets in their power outlets. Most power supplies will vary regionally so we recommend that you read our Wiki Connections global power supplies page where you'll find a complete list of regions and countries. If the iPad Air 2 slowly recharges or doesn't turn on when you are visiting Bermuda from a different region please check that it is compatible with a 110 volt power supply. Typically devices which originated from a different country which use a higher voltage (for example 240 volts) sometimes take longer to charge or won't turn on, so check that the iPad Air 2 is dual voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional voltage converter to ensure proper use. If you are planning to visit a Bermuda destination like St. George's or Hamilton refer to the Bermuda entry on wikipedia.org [1] for further details prior to the area. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on an iPad Air 2.

Charging an iPad Air 2 in Bermuda

Can the iPad Air 2 be used in Bermuda?

You can connect an iPad Air 2 to a Bermuda power outlet.

What is the best power charger for an iPad Air 2 in Bermuda?

When you are travelling to more than one country and bringing along more than just your iPad Air 2 the best travel adapter for Bermuda to buy is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Bermudans use two different types of plug sockets (types B and A) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type A. Because these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 - 240 volts will mean you can travel to over 100 countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa simply by switching the plugs over. If your model of iPad Air 2 supports Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from much faster charging times with one of these USB travel adapters, and support for certain power hungry devices like tablets.

This means you can charge more than one device at the same time without needing to bring individual power chargers for your trip to Bermuda. Only needing to pack a single lightweight travel charger will help keep the weight and size down, making it ideal to fold up in hand baggage. Because of their space saving versatility these types of travel adapters can be used when back at home so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple tablets and phones without needing an additional power outlet.

We suggest searching for this type of versatile travel adapter online. The power adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Bermuda

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices via USB, however for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which is necessary when visiting counties with unreliable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices. These power adapters 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 adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling portable option for travellers originating from North America going to Bermuda.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise 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 is a much cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with one less AC outlet at almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 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 perfect for a majority of travellers from around the world visiting Bermuda. [8] [AD]
What is the best power charger for an iPad Air 2 in Bermuda?

How to use a Type A power charger for charging your iPad Air 2 from a Bermuda power outlet

Instructions showing how to recharge your iPad Air 2 from a Bermuda power outlet using the Lightning Apple connector with a 2 pinned Type A power charger.

  1. If you want to charge the iPad Air 2 from a Bermuda power outlet you will need a Type A USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (the cable is usually included with your device by Apple).
  2. Insert the Type A USB power plug adapter in the Bermuda power outlet. You can recognise the power supply by 2 thin slots adjacent to each other where the twin blades sit.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB Apple Lightning power cord into the USB power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on an iPad Air 2. The iPad Air 2 lightning connector can be found at the bottom of the iPad Air 2.
  4. Turn on the Bermuda power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right hand corner of the iPad Air 2 will display a charge icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up which typically takes between 1-4 hours to fully recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type A power charger for charging your iPad Air 2 from a Bermuda power outlet

How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your iPad Air 2 from a Bermuda power outlet

Using an Apple Lightning cable and a Type B USB adapter to charge an iPad Air 2 from a Bermuda power outlet.

  1. If you want to power the iPad Air 2 from the Bermuda power outlet you will need a Type B USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (the cable is usually already included with your device).
  2. Firstly you'll need to plug in the Type B USB power plug adapter in the Bermuda power outlet. You can identify the plug outlet by the 2 slots where the twin plug outlet blades go with a semicircular hole below for the ground pin.
  3. Connect one end of the Apple USB Lightning cord into the power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on an iPad Air 2. The iPad Air 2 lightning connector can be found at the base of the iPad Air 2.
  4. Switch on the Bermuda power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of your iPad will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is charging, typically taking around 60-240 minutes to completely recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your iPad Air 2 from a Bermuda power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Bermuda entry on wikipedia.org
  2. Apple - official iPad user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type A power outlet
  4. Type A USB power plug adapter - With its two-blade, ungrounded design, the Type A USB power plug adapter offers a straightforward way to convert electrical outlets in countries like the United States and Canada into USB ports for easy device 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 B power outlet
  7. Type B USB power plug adapter - A Type B USB power plug adapter conforms to the NEMA 5-15 specifications, featuring 2 parallel flat blades and an extended grounding pin. Rated at 15A and 125 volts, suitable for use in the United States and Canada for converting domestic outlets to USB..
  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..