<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Apple customers have been speculating about what the 'i' in iPhone stands for.The 'i' has been used in various Apple products like iPod, iPad, and iMac.Apple co-founder Steve Jobs revealed that the 'i' in Apple products signifies the internet.Initially, the 'i' represented the internet's access and the simplicity of Macintosh.The 'i' also stands for individual, instruct, inform, and inspire, which are Apple's core missions.For consumers, the 'i' can symbolize personal ownership and companionship with Apple products.It can also signify instruction, highlighting the educational aspect of Apple's devices.The letter 'i' was not only a marketing tool but also used in job titles, like when Jobs became iCEO in 1997.The first iPhone was released in the US on June 29, 2007, and later in the UK in November 2007.