Apple's 'Carbon Neutral' Apple Watch 9 Claim Criticized as Overly Optimistic

Apple introduces 'carbon neutral' Apple Watch 9, but the claim is a bit optimistic.
The badge shows progress, but credits and shipping still have climate impact.
Apple has cut Watch emissions by 75%, but 'carbon neutral' ignores the 25% that remains.
The badge risks complacency, but Apple is making impressive strides to cut emissions.
'Carbon neutral' claim helps market a fairly routine Apple Watch upgrade.

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