I don’t believe the author is under any such illusion or confusion. It seems clear from the precisely worded text of the article that he’s perfectly aware of the circumstances, doesn’t like them, and is willing to articulate that in public with a specific example.

By all means throw shade at Apple for tripping on a power complex that puts Battersea to shame, but insulting this writer’s awareness doesn’t fly. They are not such a fool as suggested.