Buyers beware: This OnePlus 13 official case might be a permanent accessory

• OnePlus 13 users are reporting extreme difficulty in taking off the official Wood Grain magnetic case.
• One unfortunate user even bent their phone while trying to pry the case off.
• User-suggested methods of removing the problematic case include strategic corner pulling, brute force, and even using a hairdryer.

The OnePlus 13, a leading flagship phone offering superior design and performance, requires a magnetic case for compatibility with OnePlus' magnetic wireless charging technology. While OnePlus offers official magnetic cases, such as the attractive $39 Wood Grain option, customer feedback indicates that these cases exhibit an excessively tight fit, potentially creating removal difficulties.

The struggle is real

Several OnePlus 13 users have reported significant difficulty removing the Wood Grain magnetic case, with one user reporting accidental phone bending during removal. A Reddit user described applying considerable force, resulting in near-bleeding thumbs and ultimately bending their device despite their efforts. Customer feedback suggests the case's removal process is excessively challenging, prompting calls for product recall. Multiple users have expressed extreme frustration, citing lengthy removal attempts and immediate returns due to the difficulty. Given the escalating number of complaints and potential for device damage, OnePlus should consider a product recall or design revision.

How to (and not to) remove the OnePlus 13 Wood Grain case?

While some users have abandoned the problematic OnePlus 13 case, others have devised innovative, albeit occasionally questionable, removal techniques. One user reported success by inverting the phone, applying thumb pressure to the camera lens, and gently lifting from the corner near the alert slider. Another user advocated a more forceful approach, involving applying pressure to a corner to initiate separation and then gradually working around the perimeter. A third user described employing a hair dryer to facilitate removal, acknowledging both the case's secure fit and the associated challenges. While effective, this method carries a risk of internal component damage from excessive heat. Therefore, prospective purchasers of the OnePlus 13 Wood Grain magnetic case should carefully consider the removal difficulties or opt for a more easily removable alternative.