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Career & Tech Industry ✦ 2025 Job Market From Tough to Terrifying 2021 Hiring Boom 2025 Hiring Freeze ∞ Layoff Count I was reading a Business Insider article about the decline in tech jobs and realized something unsettling: even though it was difficult to land a job in 2021, that was during a tech hiring boom. Opportunities were opening everywhere, startups were raising record funding, and companies were desperate for talent.   So if I was struggling in the midst of boom times… what does that say about now? Then vs. Now Fast Forward to 2025 The landscape feels absolutely terrifying. Layoffs are constant, hiring freezes drag on, and entry-level opportunities have practically evaporated. The optimism that once surrounded tech careers has been replaced with uncertainty and fear. → ...

First Impressions  ·  Audio Gear AirPods 4th Generation From the moment you open the case. $99 Retail Gen 4 Model H2 Chip I recently received a gift that I truly appreciate — a pair of AirPods (4th generation). Normally, these retail for around $99 for the base non-ANC model, so getting them for free was a pleasant surprise.   Design Familiar Form. Better Fit. Compared to my AirPods (2nd gen), these are a noticeable upgrade. They share the sleek form factor of the AirPods Pro (1st gen) but without the soft silicone ear tips — comfortable for quick listening sessions while still offering a secure fit. The stem is shorter, the case is more compact, and the overall feel is noticeably more refined than the 2nd gen design. Integration It Just Works. The seamless integration with my iPhone is classic...