Bank of America has updated its mobile banking app to allow sign-in using Touch ID, and has added Apple Watch support for balances, recent transactions and alerts.
The new fingerprint and Touch ID sign-in capabilities provide eligible Android, iPhone and iPad customers with a secure and convenient way to log into the mobile banking app using their fingerprint. This feature allows access to the most common functionality of the app without the additional need for a passcode.
The mobile banking app is now compatible with Apple Watch, allowing users to view account balances and recent transactions for their linked checking, savings, credit card and investment accounts, as well as receive real-time alerts and notifications on their wrist …
Bank of America was also a launch partner for Apple Pay, and reported that it has signed-up 1.1M cards by January of this year.
Version 6.4.0 is a free download from the App Store. Touch ID is available on iPhone 5s and later as well as iPad mini 3 and 4, and iPad Air 2. Full press release below.
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Bank of America Introduces Fingerprint and Touch ID Sign-in for Its Mobile Banking App
Launch of Apple Watch App, Streamlined ‘Accounts Overview’ Page and Additional Security Enhancements Highlight Latest Updates for Mobile and Online Banking Users
Bank of America today announced a series of improvements to mobile and online banking to better meet customers’ changing needs and make it easier for users to manage their finances digitally. The new updates include the introduction of fingerprint and Touch ID sign-in, in addition to the launch of an Apple Watch mobile banking app, streamlined “Accounts Overview” page and new Security Center for more than 31 million active digital banking customers.
“We continue to deliver enhancements that provide our customers a more seamless and secure banking experience,” said Michelle Moore, head of digital banking at Bank of America. “This is another example of how we are helping our mobile and online banking users simplify their financial lives.”
Fingerprint and Touch ID sign-in:
The new fingerprint and Touch ID sign-in capabilities provide eligible Android, iPhone and iPad customers with a secure and convenient way to log into the mobile banking app using their fingerprint. This feature allows access to the most common functionality of the app without the additional need for a passcode. As part of the bank’s ongoing commitment to staying ahead of advancements in mobile device authentication, the technology supporting fingerprint sign-in was built according to FIDO (Fast IDentity Online) standards.
Mobile banking app compatible with Apple Watch:
The mobile banking app is now compatible with Apple Watch, allowing users to view account balances and recent transactions for their linked checking, savings, credit card and investment accounts, as well as receive real-time alerts and notifications on their wrist. The functionality requires enrollment with Bank of America’s mobile banking app and is compatible with iPhone 5 devices or later, operating on iOS 8.2.
Mobile banking app and online banking design updates:
The mobile banking app home page and online banking “Accounts Overview” page have been redesigned to give users a more personalized, seamless experience. Mobile banking app users will benefit from new quick link tiles, providing faster access to popular features, including mobile check deposit, appointment scheduling and new account opening. The update also includes the addition of the What’s New section, further educating customers on the functionalities available to them.
For online banking customers, the home page redesign makes it easier to review account information at a glance, including a personalized greeting and new Quick View function that displays the last five transactions and a link to the most recent statement. A newly created Activity Center provides users easy access to popular features, including the ability to view and pay eBills, transfer money between accounts and review special offers and deals without leaving the page.
New Security Center:
The launch of a new Security Center offers mobile and online banking customers more tools to securely manage their finances, including additional options for signing into and monitoring activity on their accounts. Customers can now manage their digital banking security settings in one place, and can opt into an extra security feature at sign-in that helps verify the customer’s identity with a one-time authorization code sent via text or email each time they sign in.
Bank by Appointment enhancements:
The Bank by Appointment feature has been updated to allow mobile and online banking customers to schedule same-day financial center appointments with specialists for everyday banking, investment, retirement, home loan and small business needs. For mobile users, the enhancement also includes a streamlined customer experience and an Add to Calendar option, which populates the appointment to the personal calendar on the device. Bank of America customers currently schedule more than 15,000 appointments per week via this feature.
Speak with a Specialist updates:
For mobile banking customers, the existing Speak with a Specialist feature is enhanced to present customers with a list of topics to choose from, including bill pay inquiries, fee-related questions and report suspicious activity. This new functionality will provide users more streamlined and quicker access to the proper associate to address their needs and can be accessed from several mobile banking pages. This feature is currently enabled for Preferred customers, and will be rolled out more broadly over the next month.
To learn more about these new offerings and Bank of America’s digital banking solutions, visit bankofamerica.com.
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FAQs
Does Bank of America work on Apple Watch?
The mobile banking app is now compatible with Apple Watch, allowing users to view account balances and recent transactions for their linked checking, savings, credit card and investment accounts, as well as receive real-time alerts and notifications on their wrist
Why doesn’t my Bank of America app work on my Apple Watch?
First, let’s make sure that your Apple Watch is set to mirror your iPhone. Go to the Watch app on your iPhone > Bank of America app > Mirror my iPhone. If these settings are already set, restart your Apple Watch, then test to see if the issue remains
Can I add my banking app to my Apple Watch?
The best way to know is to download the iPhone app and check to see if you are offered a watchOS version to install on your watch. After installing the bank app on your iPhone, open the Watch app on your phone, in the My Watch tab scroll to the bottom and see if there is a watch version there for you to install
How do I view my Bank account on Apple Watch?
Digital banking features compatible with Apple Watch®: Swipe left/right on the watch face to scroll through your account balances. Tap the watch face on a balance to view the 10 most recent transactions for that account. Swipe up/down on the watch face or use the side wheel to scroll through transactions.
Is Bank of America compatible with Apple Pay?
Your BofA commercial card works with Apple Pay®, Google Pay? and Samsung Pay®.
Why can’t I add card to Apple Wallet?
Contact your card issuer to see if they support Apple Pay. Update to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, watchOS, or macOS. Make sure that you are in a supported country or region. Check that your device is compatible with Apple Pay.
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How do I set up Apple Watch banking?
Pay with your Apple Watch
Double-click the side button. Your default card opens automatically. Scroll down to choose another card. Hold the display of your Apple Watch near the contactless reader until you feel a gentle tap and hear a beep.
Will Apple Watch track run without phone?
Apple Watch Series 2 and later and Apple Watch SE have built-in GPS that allows you to get more accurate distance and speed information during an outdoor workout without your paired iPhone.
Can I use Apple Pay on watch without phone?
Once you’ve set up Apple Pay on the iPhone’s Watch app, you can pay for things without needing to have your phone handy. That’s because the app creates a unique token that’s stored on the Watch to use as a card number – allowing you use Apple Pay even when you’re away from your phone.
How far can the Apple Watch be from the iPhone?
Bluetooth on the Apple Watch has a maximum range of 100 meters/330 feet, though the range may be shorter in practice. If the paired iPhone is connected to a known Wi-Fi network, the Apple Watch and iPhone can communicate over Wi-Fi.
How far can Apple Watch be from iPhone?
Normal Bluetooth range is around 33 feet / 10 meters (this will vary in practice due to wireless interference). Whenever the Apple Watch cannot connect to the iPhone via Bluetooth, it will attempt, as a fallback, to connect to a compatible Wi-Fi network.
Is it worth getting Apple Watch with cellular?
As the Apple Watch was designed to keep users away from their iPhones, it makes sense to have a cellular plan. Especially for those who run or take walks ? with a cellular model, you don’t need to keep a bulky iPhone with you to have access to calling, texting, music, and more.
What is the point of having an Apple Watch?
It’s the ultimate device for a healthy life. Apple Watch can do what your other devices can’t because it’s on your wrist. When you wear it, you get a fitness partner that measures all the ways you move, meaningful health insights, and a connection to the people and things you care about most.
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Apple watch bank of america app Oct 21, 2020 7:04 PM in response to gabrielamartin1 In response to gabrielamartin1 Hello and welcome to Apple Support Communities gabrielamartin1,We see that you’re having an issue opening your banking app on your Apple Watch. We know that it is a great convenience to be able to access these apps on your Apple Watch, and we’d be happy to help.First, let’s make sure that your Apple Watch is set to mirror your iPhone. Go to the Watch app on your iPhone > Bank of America app > Mirror my iPhone. If these settings are already set, restart your Apple Watch, then test to see if the issue remains.How to restart your Apple WatchIf the issue persists, remove the app from the Apple Watch and then reinstall. The article below will guide you through removing the app.Organize apps on Apple WatchLet us know how this goes.Have a great day! Oct 21, 2020 7:04 PM
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BofA App not working on Apple Watch 4 Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question. Question: I’ve agreed to the terms and conditions in the BofA Settings profile and reinstalled the BofA app on my phone. I have also reinstalled the app several times on my Apple watch and it just doesn’t work. It starts and flashes Bank of America across the top of the watch face then spins the loading dots for a few seconds and then just exits. Any help would b appreciated. Apple Watch Series 4, watchOS 5 Posted on Mar 20, 2019 4:55 PM User profile for user: noegowego Question: BofA App not working on Apple Watch 4
Bank of America Mobile Banking 4+ – App Store
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Bank of America Merrill Lynch Announces Apple Watch App to …
Bank of America Merrill Lynch Announces Apple Watch App to Be Integrated Into CashPro® Business Clients Now Have More Options to Digitally Sign on to CashPro Mobile May 14, 2019 at 9:00 AM Eastern Bank of America Merrill Lynch has taken another step on its digital transformation journey with the introduction of Apple Watch capabilities into the CashPro ecosystem. With this development, CashPro Mobile users will be able to pair their Apple Watch with their mobile token and generate a one-time password, delivering even greater convenience by: Making the security of a token available directly from Apple Watch. Eliminating the need to keep a physical token. Accelerating the ability to securely approve transactions. Companies use the CashPro platform to manage their everyday treasury and lending needs. CashPro has more than 487,000 active users among the bank’s corporate, commercial, and business banking clients. The CashPro Mobile app’s popularity continues to grow. In the first quarter of 2019, clients used the app to approve more than 300,000 payments, representing over $30 billion in value, a jump of 904 percent from the same period in 2018. The addition of Apple Watch into CashPro follows a series of the bank’s technology improvements to the mobile experience, beginning with the CashPro Mobile app itself in 2017. Bank of America was the first bank to introduce a digital token, and last year, the company integrated that feature into the CashPro Mobile app, eliminating the need for users to toggle between screens. Other recent investments include biometrics, simpler navigation, enhanced user interface, a personalized home view that allows clients to take action on their most critical to-do’s, and the ability to send feedback directly from the app. To generate the token, the CashPro app must be installed on Apple Watch. “Many people still carry their physical token on a key chain along with other banking tokens, which are bulky,” said Tom Durkin, head of Global Transaction Services (GTS) Channels at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. “Now, executives will no longer have to worry about forgetting to take their physical token when they are on the go, travelling for work or vacation. They’ll have everything they need on their iPhone and Apple Watch.” With the physical to digital evolution of the token, we’ve introduced greater security. “We’re committed to expanding our digital capabilities,” said Julie Harris, head of Global Banking Digital Strategy at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. “Mobility – which offers the convenience of banking anywhere, anytime – is a critical priority for our clients, and that means it’s a critical priority for us. With the CashPro app now available on Apple Watch, we’re pleased to continue our innovative improvements on how and when clients can access tokens.” Recently, the bank received recognition from Greenwich Associates in the firm’s U.S. cash management study, where the bank achieved excellence in Digital Platform Design, Digital Product Capabilities, and Digital Platform Security Capabilities. Pursuant to local regulations, the mobile app and mobile token may not be accessible in some countries. Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 66 million consumer and small business clients with approximately 4,400 retail financial centers, including approximately 1,800 lending centers, 2,200 financial centers with a Consumer Investment Financial Solutions Advisor, and 1,500 business centers; approximately 16,400 ATMs; and award-winning digital banking with more than 37 million active users, including over 27 million mobile users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry-leading…
How to Setup & Use Digital Wallets with your Bank of America …
How to Setup & Use Digital Wallets with your Bank of America Cards Apple, Apple Pay, Apple Watch, the Apple logo, Face ID, iPad, iPhone, Mac and Touch ID are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Pay and Android are trademarks of Google LLC. Samsung and Samsung Pay are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. PayPal and the PayPal logo are registered trademarks of PayPal, Inc. Fitbit and Fitbit Pay are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fitbit, Inc. Garmin and the Garmin logo are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries and are registered in one or more countries, including the U.S. Garmin Pay is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. Visa is a registered trademark of Visa International Service Association and is used by the issuer pursuant to license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. The Contactless Symbol and Contactless Indicator are trademarks owned by and used with permission of EMVCo, LLC. Bank of America and the Bank of America logo are registered trademarks of Bank of America Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owner(s). 1Our $0 Liability Guarantee means you won’t be responsible for unauthorized transactions (transactions not made by you or anyone authorized to use your account) made using your Bank of America credit or debit card. To be covered, report unauthorized transactions promptly. Consult your agreements for full details.
Bank of America adds Touch ID and Apple Watch support to …
Bank of America adds Touch ID and Apple Watch support to mobile banking app Bank of America has updated its mobile banking app to allow sign-in using Touch ID, and has added Apple Watch support for balances, recent transactions and alerts. The new fingerprint and Touch ID sign-in capabilities provide eligible Android, iPhone and iPad customers with a secure and convenient way to log into the mobile banking app using their fingerprint. This feature allows access to the most common functionality of the app without the additional need for a passcode. The mobile banking app is now compatible with Apple Watch, allowing users to view account balances and recent transactions for their linked checking, savings, credit card and investment accounts, as well as receive real-time alerts and notifications on their wrist … Bank of America was also a launch partner for Apple Pay, and reported that it has signed-up 1.1M cards by January of this year. Version 6.4.0 is a free download from the App Store. Touch ID is available on iPhone 5s and later as well as iPad mini 3 and 4, and iPad Air 2. Full press release below. Bank of America Introduces Fingerprint and Touch ID Sign-in for Its Mobile Banking App Launch of Apple Watch App, Streamlined ‘Accounts Overview’ Page and Additional Security Enhancements Highlight Latest Updates for Mobile and Online Banking Users Bank of America today announced a series of improvements to mobile and online banking to better meet customers’ changing needs and make it easier for users to manage their finances digitally. The new updates include the introduction of fingerprint and Touch ID sign-in, in addition to the launch of an Apple Watch mobile banking app, streamlined “Accounts Overview” page and new Security Center for more than 31 million active digital banking customers. “We continue to deliver enhancements that provide our customers a more seamless and secure banking experience,” said Michelle Moore, head of digital banking at Bank of America. “This is another example of how we are helping our mobile and online banking users simplify their financial lives.” Fingerprint and Touch ID sign-in: The new fingerprint and Touch ID sign-in capabilities provide eligible Android, iPhone and iPad customers with a secure and convenient way to log into the mobile banking app using their fingerprint. This feature allows access to the most common functionality of the app without the additional need for a passcode. As part of the bank’s ongoing commitment to staying ahead of advancements in mobile device authentication, the technology supporting fingerprint sign-in was built according to FIDO (Fast IDentity Online) standards. Mobile banking app compatible with Apple Watch: The mobile banking app is now compatible with Apple Watch, allowing users to view account balances and recent transactions for their linked checking, savings, credit card and investment accounts, as well as receive real-time alerts and notifications on their wrist. The functionality requires enrollment with Bank of America’s mobile banking app and is compatible with iPhone 5 devices or later, operating on iOS 8.2. Mobile banking app and online banking design updates: The mobile banking app home page and online banking “Accounts Overview” page have been redesigned to give users a more personalized, seamless experience. Mobile banking app users will benefit from new quick link tiles, providing faster access to popular features, including mobile check deposit, appointment scheduling and new account opening. The update also includes the addition of the What’s New section, further educating customers on the functionalities available to them. For online banking customers, the home page redesign makes it easier to review account information at a glance, including a personalized greeting and new Quick View function that displays the last five transactions and a link to the most recent statement. A newly created Activity Center provides users easy access to popular features, including the…
Bank Of America Tokenizes Apple Watch – PYMNTS.com
Bank Of America Tokenizes Apple Watch For Corporates Bank of America is integrating the Apple Watch into its corporate treasury platform, CashPro, to tokenize the wearable technology. In an announcement on Tuesday (May 14), Bank of America said it is connecting the Apple Watch to its CashPro mobile app, enabling corporate users to obtain a one-time security token directly from their Apple Watch, negating the need for them to carry a physical token to log into the CashPro platform. Users must install the CashPro app on their Apple Watch to take advantage of the feature. “Many people still carry their physical token on a key chain along with other banking tokens, which are bulky,” said Tom Durkin, Bank of America Merrill Lynch head of GTC channels in global transaction banking services, in a statement. “Now, executives will no longer have to worry about forgetting to take their physical token when they are on the go, traveling for work or vacation. They’ll have everything they need on their iPhone and Apple Watch.” In another statement, Julie Harris, the bank’s head of global banking digital strategy, said the institution continues to focus on digitization. “Mobility and everything it represents – convenience of doing banking anywhere, anytime – is a critical priority for our clients, and that means it’s a critical priority for us,” she said. “With the CashPro app now available on Apple Watch, we’re pleased to continue our innovative improvements on how and when clients can access tokens.” The bank said the integration of Apple Watch into its CashPro platform is the latest in a series of technological upgrades for the treasury management app, which enables corporate and business users to manage cash flow, initiate payments and access foreign exchange and credit solutions. After launching digital token technology in the form of a separate mobile app, last year Bank of America integrated that token app into the CashPro app, streamlining the process through which users obtain a one-time password. The financial institution also pointed to recent enhancements by integrating biometric technology and upgrading CashPro’s user interface. Sign up for our daily newsletter. We’re always on the lookout for opportunities to partner with innovators and disruptors. Learn More https://www.pymnts.com/technology/2022/watch-out-lagos-african-tech-firms-may-soon-be-flocking-to-silicon-zanzibar/partial/
Bank of America Merrill Lynch Announces … – Payments Journal
Bank of America Merrill Lynch Announces Apple Watch App to Be Integrated Into CashPro® One of our themes across the various advisory services during the 2019 timeframe (also driving the written agenda) is customer retention, which in the commercial & enterprise payments service is supported by the UX. This means that banks in particular need to adapt to the new industrial ecosystem and deliver what clients want in way that suits them, which becomes more pronounced as a new demographic takes hold across global corporate environments. Themes for success in commercial banking and payments The announcement by Bank of America Merrill Lynch through their newsroom site is indicative of such adaptation, as they have added a token feature to their CashPro corporate banking platform, allowing Apple Watch to pair with their mobile token for easier access to the CashPro Mobile application. Although security can be a pain in the neck for end users, most understand that protecting the keys to the vault is rather critical in the age of breaches, malware, business e-mail compromise and synthetic fraud. That is especially true of the corporate financial professional who approves substantial payment and lending transactions on a daily basis. ‘Bank of America Merrill Lynch has taken another step on its digital transformation journey with the introduction of Apple Watch capabilities into the CashPro ecosystem. With this development, CashPro Mobile users will be able to pair their Apple Watch with their mobile token and generate a one-time password, delivering even greater convenience by: Making the security of a token available directly from Apple Watch. Eliminating the need to keep a physical token. Accelerating the ability to securely approve transactions.’ As we pointed out in a recent report titled Fintech in Corporate Banking: Digitize or Miss the Boat, the most forward thinking institutions are viewing the world as it will be in the age of 4IR, not as it is or has been before. So this kind of ongoing adaptation and improvement is part of that mind shift, and critical to banking success. ‘The addition of Apple Watch into CashPro follows a series of the bank’s technology improvements to the mobile experience, beginning with the CashPro Mobile app itself in 2017. Bank of America was the first bank to introduce a digital token, and last year, the company integrated that feature into the CashPro Mobile app, eliminating the need for users to toggle between screens. Other recent investments include biometrics, simpler navigation, enhanced user interface, a personalized home view that allows clients to take action on their most critical to-do’s, and the ability to send feedback directly from the app.’ Overview by Steve Murphy, Director, Commercial and Enterprise Payments Advisory Service at Mercator Advisory Group
Bank of America Apple Watch Review – Business Insider
Bank of America tried out Apple Watch for 2 weeks and thought it was OK but missing these 5 features Samantha Lee/Business Insider And now the Wall Street Apple Watch takes are rolling in.After spending two weeks with an Apple Watch, Bank of America’s research team is out Friday with a note reviewing the device, and its review says the device is, well, just OK. “A solid product all things considered,” the firm writes. Not exactly the sort of blockbuster, blow-you-away review some may have expected or hoped for from Apple’s first new major product release in a few years.Bank of America said the Apple Watch worked best as a supplement to an iPhone, which is something others have noted, and BofA adds that because of supply constraints, it is remaining conservative in expectations for Apple Watch sales. Bank of America expects Apple to sell 8 million watches this year and 30 million in 2016.After spending two weeks with the device, though, Bank of America still wanted these five things from the Apple Watch:Responsiveness of third-party apps and an easier setup with less dependence on iPhone.Built-in GPS.More health apps and sensors, including oxygen monitoring and sleep monitoring.Wireless charging and the elimination of having to carry a separate charger for Apple Watch.Longer battery life. The firm liked notifications from breaking news sources such as Twitter. Another positive was Passbook, which allows you to easily check in at the airport and pay for a drink at Starbucks.So a bit better than the tech community’s first take on the device, which was quietly brutal, as characterized by Business Insider’s Nicholas Carlson. But again, still just a lukewarm reception to a major new product for the world’s largest, and most closely followed, company.