OnePlus 13 Update: Charging Bypass & Photo Editing Improvements
OnePlus Expands Bypass Charging with New OxygenOS 16 Update
OnePlus is releasing a new OxygenOS 16 update for the OnePlus 13, beginning with users in India. The update expands the phone’s bypass charging feature beyond gaming and includes several smaller improvements.
- Bypass charging controls are now more flexible.
- App categories have been improved.
- Private Safe has received upgrades.
- The update includes the January 2026 security patch.
According to a post on the OnePlus Community forum, OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 is rolling out in batches to Indian models. OnePlus typically releases over-the-air updates regionally, starting with a limited rollout to identify and address any potential issues.
The most meaningful change is the expanded functionality of bypass charging. Previously, bypass charging – which routes power directly to the system instead of the battery – was onyl active during gaming through Game Booster. Now, OnePlus has added versatility, allowing users to utilize this feature in more scenarios.
Other improvements in the update include refined app categories and upgrades to Private Safe. The January 2026 security patch is also included, bolstering the device’s security.
A recent poll on Android Authority shows that 72% of readers love what OnePlus has done with OxygenOS 16, while 9% dislike it and 19% are indifferent.