Microsoft recently announced a voluntary employee buyout, allowing employees with age and tenure of 70 or greater to leave the company and retire early, resulting in a hefty payout. This move could be used to revitalize Apple, which has been slow to hire new talent and has avoided mass layoffs. The buyout could align employees with the company's growth and retain their talent. However, Apple's slow hiring spree has led to a disparity in its software quality. The move could help the company regain control of its reputation and its future.