Commenting on the launch of new application, ASB’s general manager brand experience & digital channels Anna Curzon said ASB’s Mobile App provides a solution that puts banking straight into customers’ hands, giving them greater control of their money, faster and more convenient ways to pay.

"Our vision in pioneering these new technologies and experiences for our customers is that they should feel that they are carrying their bank in their hand, wherever they are." Curzon added.

"New Zealanders are embracing mobile banking in unprecedented numbers and we recently marked the milestone of 100,000 downloads of our original mobile banking app."

ASB Mobile allows customers to check and transfer money between their accounts as well as make fast, simple and secure mobile payments.

The application features an ATM and branch locator along with easy functionality for transfers, bill payments and one-off payments.