How to charge your Kindle Fire from a power outlet in The Cook Islands

How to connect a Cook Islands power outlet to a Kindle Fire

Cook Islands power outlet

When packing for a vacation it can often be helpful to know if you'll be able to use your indispensable electronics when you're there. Without knowing which wall socket is being used you are likely to bring the wrong power charger, leaving you needing to borrow a suitable charger when you're there. Varying complicated region codes and plug types can all be daunting when planning to travel to a different country especially for the first time traveller. This page has simple instructions demonstrating exactly how to charge your Kindle Fire when you're visiting The Cook Islands by using the standard 240 volt 50Hz I Type power outlet. When you are visiting The Cook Islands from a different region please ensure the Kindle Fire can be charged using a 240 volt supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) check that the Kindle Fire is dual voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) otherwise you may need to use an additional converter to stop the device from overheating when powering up. If you intend on travelling to a city such as Avarua or Amuri we also recommend reading the The Cook Islands country Wiki page [1] for more indepth details prior to travelling to the area.

The following guide shows how to connect the Cook Islands power outlet to your Fire. These recommendations assume that you are using the most recent version of the OS for the tablet, if you don't please visit Amazon for the most recent Kindle Fire OS update which ensures you have the latest fixes for your Kindle Fire. For more information visit the Amazon website for the Kindle Fire device support [2] .

Charging a Kindle Fire in The Cook Islands

Can you use a Kindle Fire in The Cook Islands?

Yes, you can use a Kindle Fire in The Cook Islands by using the correct power adaptor.

What is the best travel adapter for recharging a Kindle Fire in The Cook Islands?

If travelling to multiple countries the best travel power adapter for The Cook Islands to buy is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Because these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and can handle from 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa just by changing the supplied heads. If your Kindle Fire is compatible with Fast Charge (note that not all USB devices do) then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times with one of these travel adapters, along with additional support for certain power demanding devices. Having a four port charger will allow you to recharge more than one device at the same time without needing to buy seperate power chargers for your trip to The Cook Islands. Because you are only packing a single international USB travel charger will also keep the overall size down, making it perfect to store in hand baggage whilst travelling. Because of their space saving versatility these types of power chargers can be used when you return home so when you’re not on holiday they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, phones and speakers without needing an additional wall outlet.

We suggest searching for a multipurpose power charger similar to this online, the multipurpose power charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for charging multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world with good reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for The Cook Islands

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 Kindle Fire, 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 useful for visitors of counties with unreliable or unstable power supplies. These travel converters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Continental Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK 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 The Cook Islands.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from North America using type B plugs. This 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 The Cook Islands. [6] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for recharging a Kindle Fire in The Cook Islands?

Powering a Kindle Fire with a Cook Islands power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type I USB adapter

Using USB type B connector and a Type I USB adapter to charge a Kindle Fire with a Cook Islands power outlet.

  1. If you want to supply power to a Kindle Fire using a Cook Islands power outlet you'll need to use a Type I USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start the process by inserting the Type I USB power plug adapter in the Cook Islands power outlet. The power supply, sometimes called a Type I power outlet [3], can be recognised by three thin slots in an upside-down triangle configuration with a single vertical pin at the base and the top pair of slots sloping upwards for the live, neutral and ground.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the power charger and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Turn on the Cook Islands power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found in the top corner of the Kindle display will display a charging icon to indicate that the device is charging.
  6. It will take between around 4 hours to 12 hours to completely charge to full capacity, but this is likely to take longer depending on the type of tablet you have, the charger strength and if you are using the tablet during the recharging cycle. For more information on charging please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on the recharging process. [AD]
Powering a Kindle Fire with a Cook Islands power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type I USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - The Cook Islands country Wiki page
  2. Amazon - Kindle Fire device support
  3. iec.ch - Type I power outlet
  4. Type I USB power plug adapter - Type I USB chargers use three short flat blades in a V format with the top blade acting as a grounding pin.
  5. USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable - Used to connect USB devices which have a USB Mini-B port to computers, power supplies and other devices.
  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..