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Zipline’s new P2 home delivery service finally launches in Texas
- Walmart and Zipline have launched drone deliveries in Mesquite, Texas for residents near a specific Walmart Supercenter with a promise of delivery within 30 minutes for free.
- Customers can order various items through Zipline's app during operating hours and have already received deliveries ranging from eggs to gardening supplies.
- Zipline, known for medical deliveries in other countries, introduced its home delivery service in Texas using the Platform 2 system, delivering packages via tethered drone from 300 feet above.
- Customers order through the Zipline app, select items, and receive free delivery, without the need for tipping, managed by on-site Zipline employees.
- Zipline’s eligibility is automated, showing customers eligible delivery sites at their address, making the process simpler for customers.
- Walmart's collaboration with Zipline marks a significant step in drone delivery technology, offering a seamless approach and addressing drop-off challenges.
- The partnership aims to show that drone delivery can be efficient, eco-friendly, and scalable, potentially leading to wider adoption beyond Mesquite.
- Zipline plans to expand its delivery service to other Texas areas beyond Mesquite, with Waxahachie being the next location to launch.
- To check eligibility for Zipline delivery, customers can download the app or visit the Zipline website, with a public demo event scheduled at the Mesquite store.
- Overall, the collaboration between Walmart and Zipline could pave the way for drone delivery services to become a norm, offering convenience and efficiency.
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