IPod Touch 2nd G Freezing

I have a freezing problem with my iPod touch 2G, I will describe it now.
When it freezes, I can not do anything with it except for resetting it by holding down both buttons for 10 sec.
Then I am listening to music and it freezes, it stutters for about 1 sec, repeating the word about 2-3 times before freezing.
The screen usually remains on when it freezes, sometimes I just cannot unlock it (freezes in sleep mode)
Sometimes it does not stop playing music but simply becomes un-responsive
The freezing times vary randomly from once in 2 days to (one time it happened) 5min after a freeze. (it froze, i reset it froze again in 5 min)
I have tried resetting it to factory settings but it did not help
Lately, it even does not restart sometimes, so I connect it to iTunes and hold the buttons for 20 sec to triggers a full restore.

The appointment is free. A "Genius" will discuss you problem with you and troubleshoot the problem so bring the iPod with you. He may be able to fix it for free or he will give you an cost estimate. Just call the local Apple store or you may be able to make an appointment via the store's website. On Apple's main Store website go to find your Apple store and they will be a link to your local one.

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