Charging the Samsung Galaxy S4 when planning a trip to Hong Kong

Using Type B USB Micro connector with a Type G USB charger to charge your Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Hong Kong power outlet.

Hong Kong power outlet

Complicated combinations of frequencies and standards can often be confusing when planning on staying in another country for the first time traveller. This page was written to prepare travellers wanting to power the Samsung Galaxy S4 abroad.These step by step instructions shows exactly what you'll need to power your Samsung Galaxy S4 when staying in Hong Kong using a standard 220 volt 50Hz G Type Hong Kong power outlet, with the Hongkongers using 13 amp plugs for charging. When travelling to Hong Kong from a different country please check the Samsung Galaxy S4 can be used with a 240 volt supply. If your Samsung Galaxy S4 was purchased from a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120v ensure your Samsung Galaxy S4 is dual-voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional power converter to stop the device from over-heating whilst powering it up.

We recommend referring to the Samsung Galaxy S4 instruction manual [2] for further details on the operation of the mobile phone and visit the Galaxy page for more phones from the Samsung Galaxy range which will connect to the Hong Kong power outlet.

Charging a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Hong Kong

Can you use a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Hong Kong?

You can use a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Hong Kong by using a power adaptor.

What is the best travel charger for recharging a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Hong Kong?

If you are travelling to multiple countries and bringing along more than your Samsung Galaxy S4 then the best travel adapter for Hong Kong is a multiple USB port charger which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger.

Because these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa simply by changing the included plugs over. If your type of Samsung Galaxy S4 is compatible with Fast Charge (please note not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times with one of these types of travel chargers, and additional compatibility with certain power hungry devices.

Unlike other adapters having a four port adapter will allow you to power more than one device at once without needing to bring individual travel adapters for your Hong Kong trip or using up additional power sockets. Only packing a single international travel charger will also keep the size and weight down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of power adapters can be used at home not just abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple smartphones and tablets with just a single wall outlet.

We recommend buying this type of versatile power adapter online; 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.

Alternative travel adapter for Hong Kong

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices using USB, however for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power converters offer surge protection which is useful for visitors of regions with unreliable or unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances. These travel adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Hong Kong and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling compact power converter for travellers originating from North America visiting Hong Kong.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico is also aimed at travellers from America using type B plugs and is a cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet for almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a more 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 Hong Kong. [6] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Hong Kong?

Charging a Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Hong Kong power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

Using type B USB Micro cable and a 3 pin Type G power adapter to recharge your Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Hong Kong power outlet.

  1. If you want to charge a Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Hong Kong power outlet you'll need a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start by plugging the Type G USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. The wall outlet, sometimes called the Type G power outlet [3], looks like 3 vertical holes containing plastic shutters in a triangular configuration for live, neutral and earth.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the USB charger and the other end into the multipurpose jack on a Samsung Galaxy S4. You will find the USB Micro connector on the foot of the Samsung found below the Home button.
  4. Turn on the Hong Kong power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top corner of the Samsung Galaxy S4 display will show a charging icon with to indicate that the device is charging.
  6. If you are using the phone whilst charging it will take longer to completely charge the battery. [AD]
Charging a Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Hong Kong power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Hong Kong Wikipedia page
  2. Samsung - Samsung Galaxy S4 instruction manual
  3. iec.ch - Type G power outlet
  4. Type G USB power plug adapter - Suitable for use in England, Ireland, and Scotland, a grounded three pin Type G adapter turns UK electrical power outlets into USB ports for reliable charging..
  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..