Hi! I understand that in your SoundHound app on your iPhone running iOS 18.6, songs only play for 30 seconds before switching to the next one. Let’s get this sorted out together.

Usually, when you hear only 30-second clips in music apps, it’s often related to limited preview versions of songs or subscription issues. To help me guide you best, have you signed up for any SoundHound subscription or linked it to any music streaming service (like Apple Music or Spotify)? Also, are these preview clips for every song or just certain ones?

Meanwhile, here are some steps to check and try:

1. Check Subscription Status:
If the SoundHound app requires a subscription for full song playback and your subscription has lapsed or not activated properly, the app might default to 30-second previews. Verify your subscription status in your SoundHound account or Apple subscriptions.

2. Link a Music Streaming Service:
SoundHound often works as a music identification app but streams full songs through linked services like Apple Music or Spotify. Make sure the app is connected to a valid streaming service with an active subscription.

3. App Update:
Ensure your SoundHound app is updated to the latest version in the App Store. Sometimes bugs causing playback issues are fixed in updates.

4. App Settings for Playback Preview:
In SoundHound, there might be a setting to toggle full song playback vs previews. Check the app’s settings for playback options and make sure that preview-only mode is not enabled.

5. Restart the App and Device:
Sometimes a simple restart of the app or your iPhone helps clear temporary glitches.

If after these you still get only 30 seconds of playback, there might be a deeper issue, especially if all songs are affected. In that case, let me know what you find with these steps and I will help you further.

Are you currently using SoundHound standalone, or is it connected with Apple Music or Spotify? This info will help me tailor the next steps precisely.