Article's rather disingenuous. Google's perks list is still Extensive - trimming services out of fiscal concern isn't the same thing as switching to a minimalistic "be glad we give you anything at all" approach.
And how much of it's just PR from Schmidt to avoid looking like they're out of touch with the current economic situation?
And there you have it. Given that Pocky is decidedly overpriced and overhyped, the fact that Google's serving it is proof that they're still perk-happy!
And how much of it's just PR from Schmidt to avoid looking like they're out of touch with the current economic situation?