I think it's even more odd that Apple somehow has become the medias corporate prodigal son that can do nothing wrong.
People need to realize that Apple is no longer the upshot company trying to survive under the boot heel of Microsoft, but actually a vastly profitable company utilizing all the methods expected from a global industrial giant.
Stop treating Apple as if they are some form of 'do good' company!
This article is a reaction to a media feeding frenzy around Apple's supposed abuses of Chinese workers. Your view that the media treats Apple with kid gloves is out of date.
I don't think many people are trying to say Apple needs protecting or can do no wrong. What people are saying is that they are being singled out for doing something wrong when in fact, on almost all points presented, the opposite is true.
People need to realize that Apple is no longer the upshot company trying to survive under the boot heel of Microsoft, but actually a vastly profitable company utilizing all the methods expected from a global industrial giant.
Stop treating Apple as if they are some form of 'do good' company!