The cloud-based Thin Client, which uses the same hardware as a Fire TV Cube, is targeted at enterprises, including call centers and payment processing centers, which deploy large numbers of PCs.
Amazon is repurposing its Fire TV Cube streaming video box as a terminal for cloud users called Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client. The device sheds its streaming capabilities.
Amazon has announced a new WorkSpaces Thin Client for its AWS End User Computing services, and it uses the hardware that's already included in its Fire TV Cube streaming TV set-top box.
Instead of relying on hard drives, thin clients like the cube offload most computing power to the cloud and can connect virtual desktops remotely. AWS’ Melissa Stein said the company wants to provide a low-cost option for clients in high employee turnover spaces, like call centers, to provide access to enterprise applications. The AWS thin clients will cost $195, or $280 bundled with a hub to connect a second monitor, with a monthly $6 management and maintenance fee.