IPhone 3GS wont complete sync.

16GB - 5.4gb free
PC Win7-64
Any version of iTunes since 9.1 has seen this issue.
The device begins a sync operation but before it can complete it says "the device is unavailable".
I've spent money on support fees twice and more than 3 days with this issue. NO -- IT IS NOT THE PHONE!
All Since 9.1 Always some type of sync issue.. whether it fails to begin a sync or complete a sync.
If I wipe the phone entirely it will sync only the one time. After that - nothing.
I'm beginning to think Apple "bricked" these older phones to drive up new sales.
I will never buy another APPLE product again.

Try going through the error specific troubleshooting.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3694#error14
Is your phone jailbroken?

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