# Facial Recognition Savings Apps RetireSmart Allows Users to Access It with iPhone X's Technology By Riley von Niessen | Published 2018-03-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retiresmart References: [mobileidworld](https://mobileidworld.com/retirement-savings-apps-face-id-902084/) & [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/massmutual-retiresmart/id975653955?platform=ipad&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/ipad) For seniors who have difficulty keeping track of long passwords, or entering the numbers and letters with the small buttons on their phones, the update to the RetireSmart savings app is likely to make the process easier. Currently only available on the [iPhone X](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-x-galaxy) due to its [facial recognition technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-ring-familiar-faces) integration, the update allows users to access the [sensitive information](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secret-photo-vault) that the app keeps track of by simply scanning their face with their front camera. With this update, RetireSmart allows seniors to more easily access the information they need to properly manage their finances, ensuring that they're making smart investments for their retirement, and keeping track of where their money is going. Image Credit: Google Play ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Facial Recognition Technology:** The integration of facial recognition technology in apps provides a more convenient and secure way for users to access sensitive information. - **Simplifying User Experience:** Updating apps to incorporate facial recognition simplifies the user experience, especially for older adults who may struggle with traditional login methods. - **Enhancing Financial Management:** The use of facial recognition in financial apps like RetireSmart improves accessibility and empowers seniors to manage their finances effectively. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile App Development:** Developers can explore incorporating facial recognition technology into mobile apps, enhancing security and usability for various industries. - **Finance and Retirement Planning:** The integration of facial recognition technology in finance apps presents substantial opportunities for innovation in the retirement planning industry. - **Assistive Technology:** Facial recognition technology offers potential for the development of assistive apps that cater to the needs of seniors and individuals with limited mobility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Facial Recognition Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockly-visage.md) - [Facial Recognition Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-lock-ultra-vision.md) - [Biometric Sensor Password Authentication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passkey.md) - [Smartphone Passport ID Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-digital-id.md) - [Facial Recognition Security Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-recognition-security.md) - [High-Tech Residential Security Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-security-system.md) - [App-Based Employee Payments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-financial-1.md) - [Digitized Government ID Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-wallet-id.md) - [Digitized Age Verification Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/age-verification-service.md)