Amazon develops smart glasses for delivery drivers to enhance navigation

Amazon is developing smart glasses for delivery drivers, called "Amelia," to provide turn-by-turn directions. These glasses will feature an embedded display, unlike the current audio-only Echo Frames, allowing for more precise navigation. The project aims to improve delivery efficiency by enabling hands-free operation. Drivers could also use the glasses to take photos of packages for proof of delivery. However, engineering challenges remain, including battery life and accommodating prescription lenses. It is uncertain when these glasses will be available, as Amazon faces hurdles in technology and driver adoption. The company is also exploring whether to keep the technology for its own use or offer it to third-party businesses.