> So, to explicitly say they weren't aware of 'x', when it doesn't match the timeline, is also - in and of itself- possible disingenuosus. Do you, at least, see where I'm coming from on that angle?

I see where you're coming from but I don't think it really does imply they were aware of CVD enough to be snarky and wave a standard in their face. They probably just thought they'd give Apple some time instead of thinking 'I'll follow CVD here'.