Can I use this in the Philippines? Do I need adapter and what kind? I'm looking for converter, transformer and/or adapters for my hair dryer, hair flat iron, electric toothbrush and other small USA appliances. I was advised that I don't need any adapter for my iPhone, iPod and iPad. Please advice. Thank you in advance. Can I use this in the Philippines? Do I need adapter and what kind? I'm looking for converter, transformer and/or adapters for my hair dryer, hair flat iron, electric toothbrush and other... » Read More Can I use this in the Philippines? Do I need adapter and what kind? I'm looking for converter, transformer and/or adapters for my hair dryer, hair flat iron, electric toothbrush and other small USA appliances. I was advised that I don't need any adapter for my iPhone, iPod and iPad. Please advice. Thank you in advance. « Show Less
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I don't know what type of Plugs they have in the Philippines. These are the same plugs as we use in the USA. I believe Europe is the country that you need converter's. When I travel I always take them with me. They are great for travel.
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I believe you can use this anywhere. It works great for hair dryer, curling iron, phone and iPad. As for electricity in Philippines, I would go on line to see if you need an adaptor. If you do, then one adaptor will work for the whole thing. I own a universal adaptor that works anywhere in the world.
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Check the power cords or bricks for your devices. Most these days say they have a range from 110 to 220 or 240. As long as they say that, you do not need a power converter. You only need the plug adapters, like this one. We brought 2 iPhones, an iPad, a laptop, an electric shaver, and a camera battery recharger -- all had that listing on the plug or power adapter or brick (110-220 or 110-240). As long as they are good up to 220 you are fine.
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This strip works perfect for 110V and 220V in Canada and SE Asia however...I only use it for cell phones and tablets, camera charges, etc. My understanding is that hair dryers have different power requirements so you should speak to a tech person or electrician. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
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does it work to convert a USA hairdryer for use in an Indian outlet? What about a USA iPhone charger or laptop? Otherwise what else do I need?
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I haven't been there, but from what I can tell by my research you can just plug in your device as long as you have devices with dual input. The plugs over there are the same as ours, I thing, but with 220 voltage. Read here: http://www.bohol.ph/article68.html
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I don't own this one. If it is a step up as well as a step down you can use it anywhere. In you case you want to step up to 220V. You can usually but assign adapter to plug in device. I would rather you call maker or seller or someone who actually bought product. I bought another kind.
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I did not need a concert for my apply tiptop or iPad. The power supplies from apple can handle 110-220v so all I needed was an adaptor to plug into the wall outlet. Also in most of the hotels I stayed in around shanghai they had at least one outlet I the room that accept a US two or three prone plug so I did not need the adaptor at all.
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Dear Pauline,This appliance should be used within the United States as it is a USA manufactured and intended for use on US electrical grids as it is only 120v. We do have customers around the globe that purchase US made appliances and correctly get them to work the appropriate converter/adapter. Please make sure you are using the appropriate power converter/adapter to ensure safe and proper use of this appliance. We suggest taking the appliance to a local electronics store to ensure you are using the appropriate adapters/converters for safe use. All items sold throughout our company are brand new directly from the manufacturer and are never used, altered, or tampered with prior to final sale. Dear Pauline,This appliance should be used within the United States as it is a USA manufactured and intended for use on US electrical grids as it is only 120v. We do have customers around the globe that purchase US made appliances and correctly get them to work the appropriate converter/adapter. Please make sure you are using the appropriate power converter/adapter to ensure safe and proper use of this appliance. We suggest taking the appliance to a local electronics store to ensure you are using the appropriate adapters/converters for safe use. All items sold throughout our company... » Read More Dear Pauline,This appliance should be used within the United States as it is a USA manufactured and intended for use on US electrical grids as it is only 120v. We do have customers around the globe that purchase US made appliances and correctly get them to work the appropriate converter/adapter. Please make sure you are using the appropriate power converter/adapter to ensure safe and proper use of this appliance. We suggest taking the appliance to a local electronics store to ensure you are using the appropriate adapters/converters for safe use. All items sold throughout our company are brand new directly from the manufacturer and are never used, altered, or tampered with prior to final sale. « Show Less
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The power adapter is meant for the USA so the question is what type of adapter do you need to get power devices in the USA to work in whatever European country you are in or traveling to. This question is more generic in that you would face the same issue with a hair dryer or coffee pot that was made for use in the USA. I am unaware of the voltage in European power grid, but my guess would be you would need an adapter to get the plug to fit in a European outlet even if the voltages are the same.
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No. If you are concerned about curling irons, then you should purchase a dual wattage one. In that case all you would need is an adaptor plug for the country you're in. Most things now are dual wattage(cell phones, cameras, laptops) but dual wattage curling irons are something that you have to make an effort to find.
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I assume so if you use the appropriate converter for that country. I don't take hair dryers with me, I always use the ones provided by the hotels. For my other appliances, such as shavers or curling irons or brushes, I use the converters and haven't had an issue.
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All here are helpful but might confuse you. Straight forward answer. Yes you can use it 100-240V anywhere in the world. The adapter supports it. I don't know about those who said no. Maybe they got an adapter with 110V only or they think a US style adapter means only 110V. Mine is a US style two flat pins but it supports 100-240V. I got mine at Walmart. But a trimmer of this caliber should definitely support that and I think no matter where you buy it should have the 100-240v adapter included. So I think you're good getting it from Amazon.
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no. you'll need an adaptor but blowdryers in general are too strong for the adaptors and they usually burn out. I'm a hairstylist that has worked overseas often. If it's important for you to use a blowdryer overseas, it's best to buy one over there.
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This item is an ADAPTOR not a converter. It adapts the pins of electrical outlets to match different configurations. A voltage CONVERTER adapts the voltage. If your device (look hard) says the voltage is 110-240 then you only need an adapter and not a converter. In my experience, most newer devices from computers and cell phones to curling irons are "dual voltage" as stated above.
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Not sure. What kind of power is in use in the Phillipines? If the outlet is like Europe's (recessed) you will need an additional adapter - the pins on the back if the converter are too short (this is actually a safety consideration. If your hair straightener is rated over 1600 watts or if you plan to have it plugged in for over 30 min. I'd recommend NOT using this device. Check power specs on the straightener - some might be able to run 120-240 volts 50-60 Hz. Might have a switch on the device. If in doubt contact the manufacturer of the straightener. Sorry I gave you more questions than answers but that's the best I can do in this case. Not sure. What kind of power is in use in the Phillipines? If the outlet is like Europe's (recessed) you will need an additional adapter - the pins on the back if the converter are too short (this is actually a safety consideration. If your hair straightener is rated over 1600 watts or if you plan to have it plugged in for over 30 min. I'd recommend NOT using this device. Check power specs on the straightener - some might be able to run 120-240 volts 50-60 Hz. Might have a switch on the device. If in doubt contact the manufacturer of the straightener. Sorry I gave you more questions than... » Read More Not sure. What kind of power is in use in the Phillipines? If the outlet is like Europe's (recessed) you will need an additional adapter - the pins on the back if the converter are too short (this is actually a safety consideration. If your hair straightener is rated over 1600 watts or if you plan to have it plugged in for over 30 min. I'd recommend NOT using this device. Check power specs on the straightener - some might be able to run 120-240 volts 50-60 Hz. Might have a switch on the device. If in doubt contact the manufacturer of the straightener. Sorry I gave you more questions than answers but that's the best I can do in this case. « Show Less
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As mentioned by other commenters all you need is an adapter to make the strip function. But to clarify, if something you plug into the strip can't handle the higher voltages in some countries those devices would need a converter/transformer. Most modern electronics support the higher voltages (read the labeling on power adapter) but items such as hair dryers usually do not.
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Most electronic devices are capable of handling dual voltage. This adapter worked fine in Italy last month with our iphone, blackberry, digital camera battery charger. The voltage is usually imprinted on the device. Smaller appliances like a hair dryer or flat iron, would need a converter, but I would hesitate to do it. I have heard that the appliances can overheat or burn out even when using a converter.