The OnePlus 15 had previously introduced bypass charging support for non-gaming activities last month with the OxygenOS 16.0.2.401 update. Now, the OnePlus 13 has gained the same feature through the OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update.
OnePlus 13
Furthermore, the OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update incorporates the January 2026 Android security patch and enables users to edit 50MP images in the Photos app without sacrificing image quality.
Below is the complete changelog for the OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update:
- Delight in Details
- The Photos app now allows editing of images up to 50 million pixels without loss of quality.
- Introduces a bypass charging feature enabling simultaneous use and charging of the phone during high-load activities, thereby protecting the battery and minimizing overheating.
- Improves app categorization in Drawer mode by adding "Office" and "Finance" categories for easier app navigation.
- Includes the January 2026 Android security patch for enhanced system security.
- Security & Privacy
- Users can now navigate files in Private Safe via a side slider.
- File search functionality has been added to Private Safe folders.
- Sharing files stored in Private Safe is now possible.
- Network Connections
- A new "Reply with SMS" switch enables users to hide the SMS reply option on the incoming call screen, accessible via "Contacts -︙- Settings - Answer/End calls - Reply with SMS".
The OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update, designated as firmware version CPH2649_16.0.3.501(EX01), is currently rolling out in India to a small percentage of users, with a wider release anticipated in the coming days.
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