The OnePlus 13 is poised to make its debut later this month in China as the successor to the OnePlus 12. Confirmed details include the integration of the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset, promising top-tier performance. A notable addition hinted at by OnePlus President Li Jie Louis is the potential for magnetic wireless charging, akin to Apple’s MagSafe.
OnePlus 13: Magnetic wireless charging support revealed
During a recent interaction on Weibo, Louis addressed a fan’s inquiry regarding the return of bamboo cases from earlier models, clarifying that these will not return, but wood grain cases will feature a “magnetic suction function,” suggesting magnetic charging capabilities.
This would mark a significant evolution for OnePlus, as the OnePlus 12 only offered traditional wireless charging. The magnetic charging functionality is expected to be complemented by a range of accessories, including power banks, further enhancing the user experience.
OnePlus 13 specifications (rumored)
The OnePlus 13 is also rumoured to sport a large 6.82-inch 2K BOE X2 LTPO display with a high refresh rate, ensuring vibrant visuals. It is expected to feature an IP68-rated body and an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor.
On the camera front, users can look forward to a triple rear setup comprising a 50-megapixel Sony LYT808 main sensor, a 50-megapixel periscope lens, and a 50-megapixel ultrawide angle lens. For selfies, it may feature a 32-megapixel camera.
Powering this flagship device will be the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip and a 6,000mAh battery, with impressive fast charging capabilities of 100W wired and 50W magnetic wireless. The topmost variants of the phone may offer 24 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 1 TB of storage.
The OnePlus 13 is set to launch in China by the end of October 2024, with an anticipated arrival in the global markets in early 2025.
