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    #330: Peloton Problems

    April 22nd, 2021 · 78 minutes

    This week we're discussing Peloton's clash with the CPSC, and then, it's time to discuss all the products from Apple's Spring Forward event. New iMacs, a purple iPhone, and more!

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    Links and Show Notes

    Peloton refuses to recall its Tread+ treadmill after 39 accidents. Its stock is tumbling - CNN
    Peloton fights with CPSC over recalling its treadmills after child deaths, injuries - The Washington Post
    Apple’s Spring Loaded event: the 8 biggest announcements - The Verge
    Apple announces $29 AirTag, a new Tile-like item tracker - The Verge
    Apple announces thinner iMac with M1 chip and bright colors - The Verge
    Apple introduces iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini in a stunning new purple - Apple
    Time to AirTag: Apple and Hermès go luggage tracking | Financial Times
    The iPad Pro is a killer machine but its software is killing me