Sound distorted via Bluetooth or Carplay after 17.3 Upgrade

I upgraded to iOS 17.3 yesterday and since then when I attempt to play sound via Bluetooth or Carplay (podcast app or music) the sound is garbled and sounds like a robot. Has anyone else experienced this and have any idea how I can fix? I fully powered off/on my phone but it did not help.

Posted on Jan 24, 2024 12:55 PM

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