Amazon Unveils AI Smart Glasses for Delivery Drivers

Amazon unveiled a prototype of artificial intelligence-powered smart glasses for its delivery drivers on Wednesday (October 22), a system that it says could reduce repetitive tasks and save time on each route.

The glasses—internally codenamed “Amelia”—feature a built-in display and camera and are paired with a vest that houses a swappable battery pack and a multifunction button for hands-free photo capture of completed deliveries. 

Amazon says hundreds of drivers working for its Delivery Service Partners have tested early versions. 

Beryl Tomay, Amazon’s vice president of Transportation, said the eyewear is meant to help with the “last 100 yards” of delivery by guiding drivers inside buildings, scanning barcodes, and replacing bulkier handheld GPS devices. 

She added that some drivers have recorded up to 30 minutes of time savings on an 8- to 10-hour shift. The company says use of the glasses will be optional and that units will be provided at no cost to participating drivers. 

The wearable package includes a controller integrated into the delivery vest; Amazon highlights an emergency button and support for transition and prescription lenses. The company also states that the glasses automatically activate when a vehicle is safely parked—part of a broader focus on reducing distractions and enhancing safety. 

Amazon’s move comes as U.S. tech companies continue to push deeper into the wearables market. Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, introduced the Ray-Ban Meta Display last month—its first consumer smart glasses with a built-in screen—positioning them as a way to stay engaged with the world without relying on a phone.

Unlike Meta’s consumer-focused line, Amazon’s prototype is aimed at professional drivers rather than retail customers. 

Tomay said plans for broader deployment remain in flux as Amazon continues testing. The company framed the glasses as one element in a suite of logistics technologies it showcased this week to shave seconds from deliveries.