2027 model year

Reports say Apple plans to replace Qualcomm modems with its own in-house-designed chips across the entire iPhone lineup by 2027. Apple has been working for years to develop its own modem technology after acquiring Intel's modem business in 2019, and has already begun introducing its first custom modem in lower-end iPhone models. A full switch would end Apple's reliance on Qualcomm, one of its biggest suppliers.

Tesla is updating its Model 3 and Model Y for the 2027 model year in Australia, adding new features and cutting prices. The Model Y Performance drops by about $4,500-5,000 amid a shift to Chinese sourcing, making the Model 3 Australia's cheapest electric sedan. Motoring outlets say the move pressures Chinese rivals like BYD and Zeekr.

Philips has released its next-generation Sonicare DiamondClean 9900 Prestige smart toothbrush in Europe and the US. The premium model was first announced in July with a limited launch planned for later in the year, and a broader global rollout is now expected in 2027. The new version succeeds the previous DiamondClean iteration, which remains on sale as the flagship smart brush arrives in stores.

The 2027 BMW 3 Series is drawing attention as details emerge about the upcoming model year. Coverage from Cars.com breaks down what has changed and what is staying the same on the sedan, giving shoppers a look at how the popular luxury compact will carry forward. Interest appears driven by drivers weighing whether to buy the current generation or wait for the updated 2027 version.

Mercedes-Benz is updating the electric G 580 for the 2027 model year, adding a native NACS charging port so the boxy off-roader can plug directly into Tesla's Supercharger network across North America. The update also brings improved driving range, addressing one of the main criticisms of the current model. Coverage highlights the changes as part of the industry's broader shift toward the NACS standard.