Charging iphone in tge uk

Use of a quality, in-car DC power adapter will ensure always-consistent charging performance in ANY vehicle.

One example:

https://store.apple.com/xc/product/HQ442ZM/A

I agree on the potential need for an adaptor, particularly now we have to consider the choice of USB-A or USB-C connections for the iPhone. Even if the car's USB ports don't work such an adaptor and a compatible cable provides a backup route for charging.

However, my experience of rental vehicles here in NW Europe (I'm in UK) is they are generally high standard, and should be safe to use with a cable connection. I have never found a problem with the USB ports for charging or to connect the phone for hands-free and CarPlay, and for a visitor renting at the airport or major hire company it will almost certainly be safe and usable.

Depending on the vehicle it might be necessary to use USB if connection for CarPlay and maps is required (it seems to vary between models). This would certainly be easier than trying to fight a Bluetooth pairing to an unfamiliar infotainment system, and a cable will have less risk of leaving sensitive data when the vehicle is returned. (Reputable rental companies are pretty good at clearing any droppings between hires, and it is usually easy to check when picking up or after final disconnecting).

The bottom line - I suggest carry at least one genuine (Apple) USB-A to Lightning cable, about 1m (3ft) length, as a backup to get out of problems. Charging might be a priority particularly after a long international flight. It goes without saying that own power adaptor (mains use) should also be carried for charging without the risk of unknown power bricks. The standard Apple power adaptors are all wide voltage range (100-230v) so all it needs is the physical adaptor for the local plug socket type.

Angela Quinlan wrote:

Going to the uk……

Do i need an adapter in a car rented in the uk for my iphone

No, just bring your regular USB/Lightning cable. Almost certainly the rental car will have working USB ports within easy reach just like you find back at home.

Is it safe to plug in my iphone to a usb port in a uk car rental?

I have never found a security problem here in UK. I think on one occasion in the last 15 years I found a single failed USB port (there were others to choose). If you are renting at the airport consider it in the same way you would for a rental back home (USA??) except the steering wheel is on the other side!

It’s generally “safe” but it can sometimes cause unanticipated / undesired behavior of your phone. (The phone “thinks” it’s connected to an “output” which you might not yet have configured - or which doesn’t work all)

Car manufacturers are notorious at causing phone incompatibilities.

You should also be careful to NOT transfer your contacts or other on-phone information to the car … or ELSE be sure to delete all transferred info at the conclusion of your lease.

Also, some car manufacturers provision the bare-minimum power output resulting in painfully slow charging. (especially when using the “power hungry” navigation features of your iPhone)

Use of a quality, in-car DC power adapter will ensure always-consistent charging performance in ANY vehicle.

One example:

https://store.apple.com/xc/product/HQ442ZM/A

iPhone 15 iOS 17.1.2 , is unique because it only recognizes charger cables first used during/after initial restart/setup process , if your cables don’t want to charge your iPhone , it can possible be that your iPhone already routinely recognizes certain cords. I fixed a damaged cord that I used initially (it was just slightly bent on the port to I bent it back in to place , plugged in the cord and it started working. It’s strange how this cord and possibly my cord by my bed , works perfect however other cords seem to be hesitant to connect.

Security plus however confusing for those that don’t know.

I would say after 14days initially I knows what you use for charging and might not accept other ones.

No problem to share knowledge, that's what we do here.