Mysterious iPhone 4 Audio trouble...

My phone randomly pauses music when I am playing through the iPod app or Pandora radio. It may happen with other applications, but these are the only ones I use often enough to notice.
It will be playing fine (with or without headphones) and then it will pause. I have to go in and push play to get it going again. This is particularly frustrating while in the car.
I tried resetting those specific applications and doing a hard reset. I haven't tried doing a full restore, frankly it frightens me a bit. I did also check the headphone jack and it seems to be clean (the phone is also in an Otter Box, which helps keep the jack clear).
I called apple. They didn't really help me at all because I am past the 90 days of tech support and I haven't gotten apple care yet (for some reason I thought the tech support portion lasted the full year like the warranty). All they would do is send me articles already online, none of which are relevant to my situation.
Once I get apple care I can call them again. I'd go to an apple store myself, but there aren't any nearby. I figured in the meantime I would post on here and see if anyone has had a similar problem and has any fixes.
It seems like this only started happening after I updated to iOS 4.3. I hoped 4.3.1 would fix it, but it didn't. Does apple have a page where I can report bugs or issues. If enough people report it maybe they will patch it.
Thanks for your time.

Okay, after some research I believe I have a solution for you. It seems others have had this problem as well and the most common cause is a corrupt backup file. You have two options: 1. Restore the device to factory settings via iTunes, or 2. Head down to an Apple store and ask for a replacement. The few similar instances I've come across were all corrected by restoring the iPhone through iTunes. It appears that it's a software glitch caused by a corrupted file so replacing the device is a bit of overkill. Hope this helps.

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Hello friends!
I have a mystery here.
After last update (10/03/05 - kernel 26-2.6.13.2-1) my audio doesnt work more.
I try:
- run alsaconf
- run alsamixer, unmute all channels e set all volumes for 100%
- load manually sound module (snd-via82xx)
- add my user to audio group
- follow alsa guide in arch wiki
- search in this forum and follow all tips has i found
- run alsactl store and restore
- run alsa daemon
- change rc.conf
- run hwd e follow his instructions
- up the volume in the speakers (deeeeerrr )
When I play a sound with any application (shel or X) i dont have none alert or error message, but i dont have any sound! Nothing!!!!
Dmesg message:
CS4232 soundcard not found or device busy
CS4232 soundcard not found or device busy
No WaveFront cards found or devices busy
No WaveFront cards found or devices busy
lsmod message:
snd_ac97_codec 85116 1 snd_via82xx
snd_pcm_oss 51104 0
snd_mixer_oss 18432 1 snd_pcm_oss
snd_pcm 84868 4 snd_cs4231_lib,snd_via82xx,snd_ac97_codec,snd_pcm_oss
snd_timer 22660 3 snd_opl3_lib,snd_cs4231_lib,snd_pcm
snd_page_alloc 8840 3 snd_cs4231_lib,snd_via82xx,snd_pcm
snd_mpu401_uart 6656 2 snd_mpu401,snd_via82xx
snd_rawmidi 21408 1 snd_mpu401_uart
snd_seq_device 7436 2 snd_opl3_lib,snd_rawmidi
snd 49380 13 snd_mpu401,snd_opl3_lib,snd_hwdep,snd_cs4231_lib,snd_via82xx,snd_ac97_codec,snd_pcm_oss,snd_mixer_oss,snd_pcm,snd_timer,snd_mpu401_uart,snd_rawmidi,snd_seq_device
soundcore 8032 1 snd
daemon log
modprobe: FATAL: Error inserting snd_cs4232 (/lib/modules/2.6.13-ARCH/kernel/sound/isa/cs423x/snd-cs4232.ko): No such device
modprobe: FATAL: Error inserting snd_cs4232 (/lib/modules/2.6.13-ARCH/kernel/sound/isa/cs423x/snd-cs4232.ko): No such device
modprobe: FATAL: Error inserting snd_wavefront (/lib/modules/2.6.13-ARCH/kernel/sound/isa/wavefront/snd-wavefront.ko): No such device
modprobe: FATAL: Error inserting snd_wavefront (/lib/modules/2.6.13-ARCH/kernel/sound/isa/wavefront/snd-wavefront.ko): No such device
Mb: Asus a7v8x
In windows (arght) the sound works fine.
Root dont have sound too.
Any ideias?
Thanks!!!
Rag

Hi @coributler20
Welcome to the HP support Forums!
I am happy to help you with your audio troubles. Firstly please post the full product number. See the following:
How Do I Find My Model Number or Product Number?
Without that, I can give you some more general help that may work. If the sound was working before, then what I would try is a system restore to go back to a known good configuration.
Using Microsoft System Restore (Windows 8)
Malygris1
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Hey kbert73
I would do a transfer of purchases from the phone and not sync. If you sync then it will want to start over and sync music that is on the MacBook Pro. If you want to transfer the music, check out the article below that will give you multiple options on how to move. I have also provided on how to sync with multiple computers.
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4527
Using iPhone, iPad, or iPod with multiple computers
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1202
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
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-Norm G.

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Hi MSavageXIV,
Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities.
If you are not hearing sound from your iPhone when using headphones, start with these troubleshooting steps:
Inspect the headset jack for debris and clean if necessary.
Connect the headset and make sure the connector is pushed in all the way.
Check the volume setting. Adjust the volume by pressing the volume up and down button on the left side of the iPhone.
If you are trying to listen to music and cannot hear any audio, make sure that the music on iPhone is not paused. Try squeezing the headset microphone to resume playback. Additionally, from the Home screen you can choose iPod > Now Playing, then tap Play.
Make sure the latest version of iTunes is installed on the computer that you are syncing the iPhone with (songs purchased from the iTunes Store using earlier versions of iTunes won't play).
Try another Apple headset (some third-party headsets require an adapter to be used with original iPhone).
Try a different song or video.
Check to see if the iPhone alert sounds or other iPhone sound effects exhibit the same audio issues.
Disconnect the headset from the iPhone and see if sound comes from the built-in speaker.
If you do not hear sound from the built in speaker, try these steps:
Verify that the volume is set to a level you would normally be able to hear.
Ensure that there is nothing plugged in to the headset jack or the dock connector.
If the iPhone is in a protective case, make sure that the speaker port isn't blocked by the case.
Make sure that the speaker and dock port aren't clogged with debris. If necessary, clean it with a clean, small, dry, soft-bristled brush. Carefully and gently brush away any debris.
If an audio issue occurs when using a specific application, try testing other applications to see if the issue persists.
If the iPhone is paired with a Bluetooth headset or car kit:
Try turning off Bluetooth.
If you experience difficulties with the Bluetooth feature, follow these troubleshooting steps.
Restart the iPhone.
If restarting doesn't fix the issue, ensure that your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS.
If the issue is not resolved after restoring the iPhone software, please contact Apple Support.
You can find the articles with these steps here:
iPhone: Hardware troubleshooting
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2802
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ts5180
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I'm using AfterEffects CS3, and working to solve an annoying mystery related to audio in RAM previews. I've got a workaround, but would love to get to the root of the matter.
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I have an Iphone 4s..
At first i thought that my headphone jack is not working good,because the left earphone is working and the right one isn't,when i jack it in...
I tryied many headphones just to make shore that it's not something else,but after many tries i realised that the jack is out..
and this evening i went to iStyle to try some Audio Docks,and when i put the phone on it it does play music,but only on the left speaker...
I thought maybe it's the dock,but then i tried three more and it was the same on all of them.. only the left one was working..And now i would like to know please what could be the trouble,and how can i solve it?
Thank you!
PS: the problem with the jack was there even before i updated to 7.0....

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This is my first post here. I'm hoping someone can help! I've never had a problem before that I couldn't fix on any of my iDevices but I am stumped on this one.
I've had my iPhone 4S for Verizon for almost 2 years so it is no longer under warranty. Never had a problem until now. I recently upgraded from iOS 6.1.2 to iOS 6.1.3 and now when I try to play any audio (music, ringtones, video) the sound comes out distorted. It comes out distorted whether i play it on my headphones, the iPhone speaker, on a phone call, or an iHome. It doesn't come out distorted on bluetooth or airplay.
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