How to charge a Kindle Fire when planning a trip to Kiribati

Using USB type B cord and a Type I power adapter to charge your Kindle Fire from a Kiribati power outlet.

Kiribati power outlet

Varying different combinations of voltages and standards can all be confusing when planning to travel to another country especially to the first time traveller. This page was specifically written to prevent you worrying if you'll be able to charge your Kindle Fire abroad.When you're travelling to Kiribati this page has useful instructions showing how to supply power to your Kindle Fire by using the 240 volt 50Hz I Type Kiribati wall outlet. Most power supplies change depending on which area you are travelling to therefore please read the Oceania page for a full list of countries. If you are travelling to Kiribati from a different country please ensure that the Kindle Fire can be used with a 240v supply. If the Kindle Fire was purchased from a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure that the Kindle Fire is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional voltage converter to stop the device from overheating whilst powering it.

These instructions show you how to connect the Kiribati power outlet to your tablet. These recommendations assume you have installed the most recent version of Fire OS for the Fire, if not we recommend installing the latest Kindle Fire software update which ensures you have the most up to date fixes for your Kindle. Visit the Amazon.com support site for the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more information.

Charging a Kindle Fire in Kiribati

Can the Kindle Fire be used in Kiribati?

Yes, you can use a Kindle Fire in Kiribati by using the correct power convertor.

What is the best travel charger for a Kindle Fire in Kiribati?

When you are travelling to multiple countries and bringing more than just your Kindle Fire the best international travel charger for Kiribati is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. As these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and handle from 100 volts - 240 volts will mean you can travel to over 100 countries around the world simply by changing the included plugs. If your model of Kindle Fire supports Fast Charge then you'll benefit from faster recharging times with one of these USB travel adapters and additional compatibility with certain power demanding devices like tablets.

Unlike other chargers this means you can charge more than one device simultaneously without needing to pack seperate travel adapters for your trip or occupying additional wall sockets. By only packing a single international USB travel charger will help keep the size and weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage whilst travelling as well as being convenient for recharging your Kindle Fire at the airport or on a plane. Due to their flexibility these types of power chargers can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple phones, tablets and speakers and using just a single plug socket.

We recommend searching for this type of versatile power charger 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 different countries around the world.

Alternative travel adapter for Kiribati

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to recharge devices via USB, but for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power adapters offer surge protection which is crucial for visitors of counties with unreliable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices from voltage spikes. These travel converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact power converter for travellers originating from America going to Kiribati using type B 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 gives almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with just 1 less AC outlet for almost half 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 ideal for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Kiribati. [6] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for a Kindle Fire in Kiribati?

How to use a Type I power charger for recharging your Kindle Fire from a Kiribati power outlet

A guide showing you how to recharge your Kindle Fire with a Kiribati power outlet by using type B USB cable with a three pin Type I USB charger.

  1. If you want to charge the Kindle Fire using a Kiribati 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. First you'll need to insert the Type I USB power plug adapter into the Kiribati power outlet. You can recognise this wall outlet by the 3 slots forming a triangle configuration with a single vertical pin at the bottom and the top two slots sloping upward for the live, neutral and earth.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the USB mains charger and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Turn on the Kiribati power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found at the top corner of the Fire will show a lightning icon to indicate that the tablet is charging.
  6. It takes between roughly 4 hours to 12 hours to fully recharge to 100 percent capacity however this may take longer depending on the model of tablet you have, the strength of the power source and if you are using the Kindle during the recharging cycle. For further information please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on the recharging process. [AD]
How to use a Type I power charger for recharging your Kindle Fire from a Kiribati power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Wikipedia.org entry about Kiribati
  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..