A colleague casually mentioned that for new hires, the schedules are often brutal. I sat in a room in Cupertino a few weeks ago, listening as they discussed shift patterns that seemed to expect constant availability, with little regard for personal time. The pressure feels relentless, almost like it's the norm. It's disappointing to see this is just accepted, especially when the team talks about how important work life balance should be. California's vibe feels far away from what we actually experience here.