Charging the iPhone 6 from a power outlet in Andorra

Instructions showing how to charge your iPhone 6 with an Andorran power outlet using the USB Lightning Apple connector with a Europlug Type C USB charger and powering the iPhone 6 using a two pin Type F USB charger.

Andorran power outlet

Varying different frequencies and standards can often be confusing when planning on staying in another country especially if you've never been there before. These instructions have been specifically written to prepare visitors wanting to power their iPhone 6 abroad.This useful guide tells you exactly what you'll need to charge the iPhone 6 when you're travelling to Andorra by using their standard F or C type Andorran 230 volt 50Hz plug outlets, Type F wall outlets are typically used by a majority of Andorrans. You will discover that power sockets change depending on which area you are travelling to so please read the power supplies and Europe page for a full list of regions and countries. When travelling to Andorra from a different region ensure your iPhone 6 can be charged using a 240v supply. If the iPhone 6 was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts check the iPhone 6 is dual-voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional power converter to avoid the device from overloading whilst powering it. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 6.

Charging the iPhone 6 in Andorra

Can you use the iPhone 6 in Andorra?

You can use the iPhone 6 in Andorra.

What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPhone 6 in Andorra?

If travelling with more than just your iPhone 6 then the best travel charger for Andorra to buy is a multiple USB charger which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Andorrans use two different types of power outlets (types F and C) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type C.

Because these chargers come with interchangeable pins and can handle 100 volts to 240 volts will mean you can travel to multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa simply by changing the heads. If your type of iPhone 6 is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times with one of these USB power adapters and additional support for more power demanding devices like tablets.

Unlike other adapters having a four port adapter will allow you to recharge multiple devices at the same time without needing to pack individual travel chargers or using up additional power sockets. Because you are only bringing a single international travel charger will keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to fold up and store in hand baggage while travelling. Because of their flexibility these types of power adapters can be used at home so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple phones, tablets and e-readers with just a single wall outlet.

We recommend searching for a versatile power charger of this nature at your preferred electronics retailer - the travel charger illustrated here 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 Andorra

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 iPhone 6, but for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power adapters offer surge protection which is necessary for visitors of regions with unreliable or unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances. These power converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China 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 option for travellers originating from America going to Andorra.
  • 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 originating from America using type B plugs and offers practically the same functionality as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 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 perfect for most travellers from around the world visiting Andorra. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPhone 6 in Andorra?

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 from an Andorran power outlet

Instructions showing how to charge your iPhone 6 with an Andorran power outlet using the USB Lightning Apple connector with a Europlug Type C USB charger.

  1. In order to power your iPhone 6 from an Andorran power outlet you'll need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (usually supplied with your device by Apple).
  2. Firstly you'll need to plug the Type C USB power plug adapter in the Andorran power outlet. The power supply can be recognised by 2 circular holes next to each other.
  3. Plug in one end of the Apple power cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6. The iPhone 6 Lightning connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 6 under the home button.
  4. Turn on the Andorran power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of your cell will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPhone 6 is powering up which typically takes roughly 60 to 240 minutes to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 from an Andorran power outlet

Powering the iPhone 6 with an Andorran power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

Instructions showing how to charge your iPhone 6 with an Andorran power outlet using the Apple USB Lightning connector with a Schuko Type F USB charger.

  1. To charge your iPhone 6 using the Andorran power outlet you will need to use a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], usually included with the device by Apple.
  2. Start the process by plugging the Type F USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. The circular power supply (sometimes called a Type F power outlet [6] or Schuko plug) can be recognised by two circular adjacent holes next to each other for live and neutral pins along with a pair of thin grounding clips above and below.
  3. Plug in one end of the Apple power cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6. The iPhone 6 Lightning connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 6 under the home button.
  4. Turn on the Andorran power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of the mobile will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPhone 6 is charging which should take between one-four hours to completely recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPhone 6 with an Andorran power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Andorra Wikipedia page
  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..