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GM updates its trucks’ native software to coexist with CarPlay

General Motors is introducing a redesigned infotainment interface for 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks, featuring picture-in-picture support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto alongside native software.

Key Points

  • The new interface debuts later this year on 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 models.
  • Features include picture-in-picture phone projection, allowing users to view CarPlay or Android Auto alongside native vehicle controls.
  • The system utilizes over 60 inches of combined screen space with larger touch zones to improve usability while driving.
  • New software includes specialized layouts for trailering and off-roading, plus a swipe-down notification menu for quick settings access.
  • Physical buttons remain for essential functions like HVAC, though some tools, such as oil measurement, are now digital-only.

Why it Matters

This update represents a strategic shift for GM, which previously signaled an intent to phase out phone mirroring in favor of proprietary software. By integrating CarPlay and Android Auto into a split-screen format, the automaker aims to balance customer demand for familiar mobile interfaces with its goal of maintaining control over the vehicle's native digital ecosystem.
The Verge Published by Andrew J. Hawkins
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