What to know

  • OnePlus 13 has received a software update introducing a new Macro Mode for close-up photography.
  • The Macro Mode uses the 50MP ultrawide camera, accessible via a petal icon in the camera app.
  • This update is currently available only for the Chinese version of the OnePlus 13, with no confirmed international release date yet.
  • The OnePlus 13 is expected to launch globally, including in India, in early 2025.

The OnePlus 13 has recently received a software update that adds a new feature called “Macro Mode”. This mode allows you to take close-up photos using the phone’s 50MP ultrawide camera as announced on Weibo (via GSMArena). You can find this feature by looking for the petal icon in the camera application.

OnePlus 13 was recently launched in China. It features a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh. Its camera system includes three Hasselblad-branded 50MP cameras, providing various photography options. With the introduction of Macro Mode, you can now capture fine details that were previously difficult to photograph.

Image via: Weibo

Currently, this update is only available for the Chinese version of the OnePlus 13. There is no official information on when it will be released internationally, but OnePlus has announced plans for a global launch. It is anticipated that the device may be available in India by January 2025.

As you try out this new Macro Mode, you will notice how it improves your photography experience. Whether photographing nature or everyday objects, this feature aims to enhance your close-up shots significantly. Stay tuned for more updates regarding its international release and any additional features that may come with future software updates.