BB&T has launched a free iPad application that allows more convenient banking access to its on-the-go clients. The BB&T iPad App is one of the first of its kind in the
United States that's not just a high definition version of mobile banking. It is now available for download on the iTunes App Store.
"The iPad App leverages the unique features of the iPad to give clients a faster, more convenient way to manage their accounts and access our online services in an always-connected environment," said Sumit Deshpande, BB&T Online Channel group manager, mobile and messaging services.
The app allows clients to:
* Access BB&T OnLine Banking - check account balances, transfer funds, pay bills, sign up for paperless statements and account alerts.
* Open new accounts - apply for checking and savings accounts, home equity loans and more. In minutes, clients can add accounts to their shopping cart, get an instant decision and fund accounts online.
* Find BB&T locations - locate the nearest BB&T financial center or ATM using GPS (Global Positioning System) technology.
* Learn and plan - access an online library of financial education information and interactive calculators.
Clients who access their accounts through the iPad App can rest assured that their personal information is secure. BB&T guards clients' accounts with 128-bit encryption technology, multiple firewalls to shield the network and logon security measures with automatic inactivity logoff. For more information about the BB&T iPad App, visit www.BBT.com/ipad.
"We are pleased to be able to offer our clients an app specifically for the iPad. At BB&T we are committed to providing the most up-to-date services that empower our clients to make the best financial decisions," Deshpande said.