How to charge the iPhone 4 when planning a trip to Latvia

A guide showing you how to charge your iPhone 4 from a Latvian power outlet using a USB 30 pin Apple connector with a Type C USB adapter and recharging the iPhone 4 using a Type F power charger.

Latvian power outlet

Varying different combinations of standards and plugs can all be daunting when planning to travel to another country, especially if you've never visited before. This guide was written to prevent travellers needing to worry if they can power their iPhone 4 abroad.This page is a simple guide demonstrating exactly how to charge your iPhone 4 when you are visiting Latvia by using the F or C type Latvian 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets. If travelling to Latvia from a different region make sure that the iPhone 4 can be charged using a 240v supply. If your iPhone 4 originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110 volts) double check your iPhone 4 is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional converter to avoid the device from being damaged whilst powering it up. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 4.

Charging the iPhone 4 in Latvia

Can you use the iPhone 4 in Latvia?

Yes, you can connect the iPhone 4 to a Latvian power outlet.

What is the best power charger for recharging the iPhone 4 in Latvia?

When you are travelling to more than one country and bringing more than just your iPhone 4 the best travel power adapter for Latvia is a multiple USB charger which includes compatible plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two types of wall outlets in Latvia (types F and C) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

Because these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle 100 to 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa just by switching the plugs over. If your iPhone 4 is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much faster recharging times with one of these USB travel adapters plus additional compatibility with certain power demanding devices.

Having a 4 port charger will also allow you to power multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring multiple power chargers or using up additional power outlets. Because you are only needing to bring a single lightweight travel charger will help keep the overall size and weight down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage as well as being convenient for recharging your iPhone 4 at the airport or on a flight. Because of their flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used back at home so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple phones and tablets without using up an additional power outlet.

For those travelling often we recommend buying this type of flexible power adapter at your preferred electronics retailer; the multipurpose travel charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world with good reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Latvia

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to recharge devices using USB, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power converters offer surge protection which can be necessary for travellers to regions with unreliable power supplies. These power adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering 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 converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular portable power converter for travellers originating from North America going to Latvia 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 travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers from North America using type B plugs and is a much more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a more generous 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 Latvia. [8] [AD]
What is the best power charger for recharging the iPhone 4 in Latvia?

Powering the iPhone 4 with a Latvian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

A guide showing you how to charge your iPhone 4 from a Latvian power outlet using a USB 30 pin Apple connector with a Type C USB adapter.

  1. To supply power to your iPhone 4 from the Latvian power outlet you will need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (Apple usually supply the USB cable when you purchase your iPhone 4).
  2. Insert the Type C USB power plug adapter in the power supply. The plug outlet, also called the Europlug, is identified by two round holes next to each other.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the bottom of the mains 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 Latvian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of your iPhone 4 will display a charge icon to indicate that the phone is charging and takes roughly 60-240 minutes to completely recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
Powering the iPhone 4 with a Latvian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

Powering the iPhone 4 with a Latvian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

Using a USB 30-pin connector and a two pinned Type F power charger to recharge the iPhone 4 with a Latvian power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to the iPhone 4 using the Latvian power outlet you'll need a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - Apple typically supply this USB cable when you purchase the iPhone 4.
  2. Firstly you'll need to insert the Type F USB power plug adapter in the Latvian power outlet. This round plug outlet (sometimes known as the Schuko outlet) can be identified by two large round holes 19 mm apart from each other, plus thin metal grounding clips at the top and bottom.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the USB mains 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. Turn on the Latvian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of the phone screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone 4 is charging, typically taking around 1 - 4 hours to fully recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPhone 4 with a Latvian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - wikipedia.org entry about Latvia
  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 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..