A new skill for smart speakers (IMAGE) University of Washington Caption University of Washington researchers have developed a new skill for a smart speaker that acts as a contactless monitor for both regular and irregular heartbeats. Here, lead author Anran Wang, a UW doctoral student in the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, sits with the smart speaker prototype (white box in foreground) the team used for the study. Credit Mark Stone/University of Washington Usage Restrictions For reuse with appropriate credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.