Bluetooth reception issue

Usually bluetooth works ok; but recently; when using my Sony BT22 headphones on my iphone 4 for simple bluetooth reception; the signal would cut out every time I put the phone in my back pocket. I traced it to a weak signal would I could interrupt when I put my hand over the top of the phone. (I have a speck candyshell case) But the problem did not occur in my car for some reason. I'm stumped. Is it that the headset just had a low battery? A phone prob? A case problem? Interference from a grocery store security system?
Any ideas?
thx

Perhaps a solution is an iphone update that boosts the signal?
Sony tech support says this for my phones:
Thank you for contacting Sony Support.
I'm sorry that there is distorted sound from the Bluetooth stereo headset. Based on the information you've provided, I suggest that try the following steps to troubleshoot the issue.
1. Ensure that this unit is not receiving interference from a wireless LAN, other 2.4 GHz wireless device, or microwave oven.
2. check that the volume of the unit is not set too low.
3. Turn up the volume on the connected device if necessary.
4. Pair this unit and Bluetooth device again.
5. If the issue persist, reset the unit. Pairing information is not deleted by this operation. Insert a small pin, etc, into the hole, and push until you feel a click and check the operation.
Thank you for your time.
The Sony Email Response Team
C2AE
Vincent

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