Amazon introduces ‘Amelia’ AI smart glasses to simplify deliveries for drivers

The Amelia smart glasses use AI and computer vision to provide drivers with HUD guidance, automatically activate when parked, display correct packages, navigation, hazard alerts, confirm selections, and offer swappable batteries and prescription lens options

Amazon has unveiled a prototype of AI-powered smart glasses aimed at enhancing efficiency and safety for its delivery workforce. Dubbed “Amelia,” the glasses are equipped with a built-in display and camera, and pair with a specially designed vest featuring a controller and emergency button. Drivers can take photos of deliveries, access navigation instructions, and receive real-time guidance without needing to use a smartphone.

Beryl Tomay, Amazon’s vice president of Transportation, revealed at a launch event in Silicon Valley that the glasses are currently being tested with hundreds of drivers and more than a dozen delivery service partners across North America. “We custom designed it for that use case,” Tomay said, adding that drivers have been using the device for real deliveries. While Amazon has not ruled out future consumer versions, the initial focus remains on professional delivery applications.

Features and functionality designed for safety and efficiency

The Amelia smart glasses employ AI-powered sensing and computer vision to monitor what the cameras capture, providing drivers with heads-up display (HUD) guidance. Once a vehicle is parked, the glasses automatically activate, displaying the correct packages for delivery, turn-by-turn navigation, and hazard warnings along the route. They can even confirm if a driver picks the correct package from their pile. With swappable batteries and the option for prescription or transitional lenses, the device is designed for full-day use. Amazon anticipates future updates will alert drivers to wrong deliveries or hazards such as pets.

Tomay highlighted the operational benefits, noting that the glasses “reduce the need to manage a phone and a package” while helping drivers maintain focus, enhancing safety. Internal tests reportedly showed drivers saving up to 30 minutes per shift using the device.

Robotics and AI expanding in warehouses

Alongside Amelia, Amazon also showcased a robotic arm currently deployed in a South Carolina warehouse, which helps sort parcels with greater speed and accuracy, reducing injuries and maximizing space. The company is preparing to implement an AI-driven system in warehouses to anticipate bottlenecks and optimize operations in real time.

The move places Amazon among several tech giants exploring smart glasses, including Meta, which recently launched consumer-focused AI-enabled eyewear. Unlike Meta’s products targeting general consumers, Amazon’s Amelia is designed specifically to streamline the “last mile” of delivery logistics, merging AI and wearable technology to transform everyday operations.