"They can help drivers find the right packages inside their delivery vans, give them turn by turn directions to the right address, and take a hands-free photo of a successful delivery instead of needing them to whip out a phone. (Ever had an Amazon driver tell you "please don't take your package yet, I have to take a pic first?")"
""If there are hazards, or a need to navigate complex environments like apartment buildings, the glasses will guide [drivers] safely to their destination," Amazon claims, showing off mocked-up video clips of what drivers should see as they work. As you can see in the photo below, the glasses aren't standalone - they're paired with a vest that contains a swappable battery, and a button the driver can press to take a photo of each successful delivery."
"There seems to be a dial surrounding that button as well, and Amazon writes that the controller also has a dedicated emergency button to call for help. Amazon hasn't said which sensors are inside the glasses, but images suggest they may have two cameras: one centered above the nose, and one above the temple. Amazon also says the glasses have transition lenses - they'll tint stronger in sunlight, and get clearer without - and support prescription lenses as well."
Amazon introduced Amelia glasses for delivery drivers, with a built-in display and an always-on camera to assist with package retrieval, navigation, and proof-of-delivery photos. The glasses pair with a vest that contains a swappable battery and a controller featuring a photo button, a dial, and a dedicated emergency button. Images suggest two cameras and support for transition and prescription lenses. Hundreds of drivers have tested early versions, and Amazon plans to add more AI features to guide drivers through hazards and complex environments while streamlining delivery workflows.
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