they say to allows spyware for fr an israeli firm to infect a device. researchers say it is already being used to spy on a saudi activist and possibly 14 heads of state including french president emmanuel macron. that action by apple coming as the company prepares for a virtual event at its california headquarters in the coming hours. apple is expected to unveil four new iphones including the iphone 13 mini. while the devices are expected to look similar to last year's model, they could include a number of possible feature changes. apple may also introduce airpods and a new apple watch. thanks for your company this hour. i'm rosemary church. connect with me on twi twitter @rosemarycnn. "early start" is up next.