A LinkedIn post has gone viral after a job seeker shared a surprising requirement: a job listing demanding candidates own an iPhone but offering only a ₹6,000-₹8,000 monthly stipend.
The post, humorously noting that the stipend “might cover a screen protector,” quickly gained reactions, sparking a wider conversation about job expectations and support.
The post joked that companies may be waiting for Apple to launch a “Buy One, Hire One” program. LinkedIn users jumped in, with one commenting, “Guess my iPhone will have to start paying for itself!” Others questioned the fairness of asking employees to provide costly tech with minimal support.
This LinkedIn moment highlights a larger trend in hiring. Many companies now rely on high-end tech, expecting employees to supply their own devices, while offering minimal financial compensation. Businesses argue this improves productivity and remote work, but some candidates feel these requirements should come with more substantial support.
The viral post has raised questions about fairness and transparency in hiring practices. As tech costs rise, job seekers want to see employers acknowledge the burden of high-end tech requirements. The LinkedIn post has encouraged a deeper conversation about balancing employer demands with fair compensation.
With the digital shift in the workplace accelerating, many are left wondering if “bring-your-own-device” expectations are the new normal. Job seekers are increasingly asking for updated standards that address both tech requirements and reasonable support for these costs. As one commenter put it, “The tech’s getting smarter, but shouldn’t hiring practices follow?”
