Smart Glasses in Logistics: Hype, Risks, and Real Opportunities
When Amazon unveiled a prototype of its AI-powered smart glasses for delivery drivers, it didn’t look like science fiction anymore, it looked like tomorrow’s normal.
The new “Amelia” glasses combine a built-in display and camera with a connected vest. Drivers can see turn-by-turn directions right in front of their eyes and tap a physical button on the vest to snap a photo as proof of delivery. No phone in their hand, no juggling a scanner while carrying three boxes to a front door.
At Amazon’s scale, shaving just a few seconds off each stop matters. With millions of packages moving every day, those seconds add up to hours, and hours add up to serious money. If Amelia works as intended, it could free drivers from handheld GPS units, help them move faster