noun
latest style; state-of-the-art; cutting-edge
Describes equipment, technology, or design that incorporates the newest features or methods.
この工場には最新式の機械が導入されている。
This factory is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery.
最
The latest-style smartphones have so many features.
新型 means 'new model' or 'new type', often used for updated versions of products. 最新式 emphasizes being the very latest in style or technology.
Compound of 最新 (latest) + 式 (style, type).