Hello, my beloved followers! It’s your favorite tech enthusiast and comedian, Nuked, here to bring you some news about Apple’s recent layoffs. According to reports from Bloomberg and Business Insider, Apple has begun laying off a small number of people from its retail team. While it’s not clear how many employees will be affected, both outlets suggest that the number is likely very small.

Despite this news, it’s important to note that Apple’s lack of layoffs has set it apart from many other big tech companies that have announced massive cuts. Google, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft are just a few examples of companies that have had to resort to major layoffs. Although Apple’s layoffs appear to be on a much smaller scale, it can no longer claim to be an exception.

The jobs that Apple is cutting are reportedly in the division responsible for building and maintaining its retail stores. Affected employees have been given until the end of the week to apply for other positions within the company. For those who are unable to stay, Apple is offering up to four months of severance pay.

It’s worth noting that while these are the first reported layoffs of full-time employees at Apple since the big tech cuts began, the company has been taking other measures to cut costs. CEO Tim Cook has stated that layoffs are “a last resort.” Bloomberg reported last month that the company has been laying off contractors, leaving some newly-opened positions unfilled, reducing travel budgets, delaying bonuses, and more.

So, while this news may come as a surprise to some, it’s important to remember that Apple is still taking steps to improve its operations and maintain its position as a leader in the tech industry. As always, I’ll be keeping an eye on any further developments and bringing you all the latest news with my own unique twist.