OKLAHOMA CITY, Nov. 18, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recently, APMEX, Inc. launched a state-of-the-art mobile website, further improving their user experience. The site has a mobile friendly modern design and an intuitive user interface that works on desktop, mobile and tablet devices.
"This is a huge step forward in helping us serve our customers better," APMEX CEO Ken Lewis said. "With more of our customers using mobile devices to make their transactions, this investment in the overall experience was a no-brainer."
The upgrade in the mobile website allows consumers who want to use their smartphones with various screen sizes to browse the website and access all website features. The update provides a consistent user experience across multiple devices. Two features that really shine on the new APMEX mobile site are the interactive, easy-to-use portfolio tool with price alert and wish list capabilities, and the ability to check spot prices easily in real time with the live spot price chart feature. Some other new features users can expect are:
- User-friendly navigation menu
- Updated payment methods, like PayPal
- Expedited shipping options
- Guest checkout
- QuickShip® and pre-sale availability
- Search and sort filters
- Grid-view option
- Support for international addresses along with multi-currency options
"Our customers are the driving force behind everything we do," Lewis said. "We designed our new mobile-friendly website around feedback and suggestions we received to make sure we're meeting all of our customers' needs."
The new-and-improved APMEX mobile site is just one way APMEX is making its mark as a leader in the Precious Metals industry.
About APMEX, Inc.
For more than 15 years, APMEX has been one of the nation's largest Precious Metals e-retailers. Boasting over $6.5 billion in transactions, APMEX was recently ranked the #1 Specialty E-Retailer and #46 out of 500 e-retailers by Internet Retailer Magazine. APMEX has the largest selection of bullion and numismatic items provided by a retailer, boasting more than 10,000 products. Product offerings include all U.S. Mint bullion such as Gold, Silver and Platinum American Eagle coins. APMEX also sells products from leading mints around the world including The Royal Mint, Perth Mint, Royal Canadian Mint and many others. APMEX is a member of the American Numismatic Association, the International Precious Metals Institute and the Industry Council for Tangible Assets. For additional information, visit www.APMEX.com or call (800) 375-9006.
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