CHARLOTTE, NC -- Bank of America announced on Tuesday a series of improvements to mobile and online banking to make it easier for users to manage their finances digitally.

The Charlotte bank says 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.