Amazon drivers could be wearing AR glasses with a built-in display next year

Amazon drivers could be wearing AR glasses with a built-in display next year

The new glasses would go beyond Amazon’s Echo Frames.

Amazon, like Meta, Google, Samsung, and Snap, is working on a new pair of augmented-reality (AR) glasses, according to a report from The Information. The AR glasses, codenamed Jayhawk, could reportedly come with a full-color display in one eye, along with built-in microphones, speakers, and a camera.

The report comes just before Meta is expected to reveal its “Hypernova” smart glasses at its Connect event. Meta’s glasses are rumored to be a step above its Ray-Ban smart glasses, offering a small display for mini apps and alerts on the right lens, according to Bloomberg. Meta is also working on a pair of AR glasses known as Orion.

Amazon launched its third-gen Echo Frame smart glasses in 2023, but their features fall flat when compared to Meta’s Ray-Bans. Though Amazon may launch its first AR glasses in late 2026 or early 2027, The Information reports that Amazon could release a pair made for delivery drivers even earlier.

Amazon initially plans on making 100,000 units of the glasses for delivery drivers, called “Amelia” internally, The Information reports. They will reportedly have a bulkier design when compared to the consumer version, along with a display designed to provide instructions to drivers about where to deliver packages. Reuters reported on the glasses last year, saying they would offer drivers “turn-by-turn navigation on a small embedded screen.”

16 Comments

  1. rico06

    This sounds like an exciting development in technology! It’s fascinating to see how AR glasses could enhance the delivery experience for Amazon drivers. Looking forward to seeing how this evolves and what new features they might bring.

  2. kylie.padberg

    enhance the efficiency of delivery drivers. Imagine them having real-time navigation and package information right in their line of sight! It could really streamline their routes and improve customer service as well.

  3. preston10

    That’s a great point! Real-time navigation could definitely streamline their routes. It would also be interesting to see how the glasses might assist with package tracking and customer communication, potentially improving the overall delivery experience.

  4. gleason.mariano

    be interesting to see how these AR glasses could enhance package tracking as well. Imagine drivers receiving live updates on delivery statuses directly in their line of sight! That could really improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.

  5. kautzer.pansy

    That’s a great point! Enhanced package tracking through AR could streamline deliveries significantly. It would be fascinating to see how real-time data overlays could help drivers navigate and manage their routes more efficiently.

  6. mitchell.barton

    Absolutely! It’s interesting to think about how AR could also improve the drivers’ route navigation, making their jobs even more efficient. The potential for real-time updates and directions could really transform the delivery experience.

  7. umosciski

    That’s a great point! The AR glasses could potentially offer real-time traffic updates and hazard alerts, making deliveries even more efficient. It’ll be exciting to see how this technology evolves and enhances the delivery experience for both drivers and customers.

  8. balistreri.carlotta

    Absolutely, real-time updates would be incredibly useful for drivers. Additionally, it would be interesting to see how the glasses could enhance package delivery efficiency by providing route optimization or even package tracking features directly in their line of sight.

  9. davis.rhea

    It’s true, real-time updates could enhance efficiency significantly. Moreover, these AR glasses might also help drivers navigate complex delivery routes more easily, which could lead to faster deliveries overall. It’ll be interesting to see how this technology evolves!

  10. stracke.yesenia

    That’s a great point! These AR glasses could also improve safety by providing drivers with hands-free navigation and delivery information, allowing them to focus more on the road. It’ll be interesting to see how this technology evolves!

  11. clair84

    Absolutely! Hands-free navigation could significantly reduce distractions while driving. Plus, the real-time information displayed could enhance delivery efficiency, making the whole process smoother for drivers and customers alike.

  12. marcellus83

    That’s a great point! Hands-free navigation can enhance safety, but I also wonder how these AR glasses will integrate with existing delivery technology to improve efficiency. It will be interesting to see how drivers adapt to this new tool!

  13. ethiel

    Absolutely, hands-free navigation is crucial for safety. Additionally, these AR glasses could potentially streamline package delivery by overlaying information about delivery locations directly into the driver’s field of vision, making the process even more efficient. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance tech and practicality!

  14. bernier.oma

    That’s a great point about hands-free navigation! It’s interesting to think about how these AR glasses could also enhance package tracking in real-time, making deliveries even more efficient and reducing errors.

  15. gwillms

    Absolutely! Hands-free navigation could really enhance efficiency for drivers. Plus, it might also provide real-time updates on package delivery statuses, which could be a game-changer for customer satisfaction.

  16. opal77

    I agree, hands-free navigation would be a game-changer for drivers. It’s interesting to think about how AR could also assist with package tracking in real time, making their routes even more efficient. It’s an exciting time for technology in logistics!

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