It's not clear how much Google paid, or what the specific aims will be. However, Senosis isn't joining Alphabet's Verily team or moving shop to Mountain View. However, an insider speaking to GeekWire claims that staff will remain in Seattle and form the "backbone" of a digital health team. This is the start of something larger, then, and not just a bid to augment existing efforts.

Given Senosis' focus, it's not hard to see where this could go. It won't be surprising if Google builds on these apps to track all kinds of health indicators using your phone, whether it's through dedicated apps or features baked into Android. You'd have a better sense of when you need to talk to a doctor and when you're well enough to stay home.