Amazon AppStream 2.0 introduces client for macOS

Amazon AppStream 2.0 extends native client support to macOS. Users can now access AppStream 2.0 streamed applications through a web browser, the AppStream 2.0 client for Windows, or AppStream 2.0 client for macOS. This additional macOS support provides more flexibility and platform options for users needing access to streamed applications and desktops.

The AppStream 2.0 client for macOS is an application you install on your Mac to access AppStream streaming sessions. The client provides enhanced capabilities and user experience. It supports two monitors with 4K resolution, and the ability to connect up to four monitors, leveraging multi-monitor layouts. Users can use keyboard shortcuts and relative mouse mode for a more natural feel.

Using macOS client you can also stream over UDP which offers a more responsive streaming quality in sub-optimal network conditions, with higher round trip latency. Additionally, to assist with troubleshooting macOS client issues, you can enable client automatic logging.

The macOS client works with Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Rocky Linux 8 based AppStream 2.0 applications and fleets. To run the AppStream 2.0 macOS client, ensure that your Mac is running macOS 13 (Ventura), macOS 14 (Sonoma), or macOS 15 (Sequoia).

To download and install the AppStream 2.0 macOS client application, visit Amazon AppStream 2.0 Downloads, choose the macOS link, download and install the application. Verify that the Amazon AppStream 2.0 client application icon appears on your Mac Launchpad and start streaming.