Apple Inc. owns the iPhone.
Apple, a multinational technology company, designs, develops, and sells consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. The iPhone is one of Apple's most successful and recognizable products. Founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne on April 1, 1976, Apple has become one of the world's most valuable companies, intrinsically linked to the iPhone and its continued innovation. The iPhone is exclusively owned, manufactured, and distributed by Apple Inc. and its subsidiaries. This includes all aspects of its design, software (iOS), and branding.