Photos stuck on "Preparing" when sharing Airdrop

Today, I tried to share photos via Airdrop, but my iPhone (15 pro, iOS 17.4.1) stuck in preparing with no loading progress appeared. I've tried to restart the device and signed out then signed in back my Apple ID, but nothing's been solved.

Also, the device is overheating and battery keeps draining if I open Photos.

iPhone 15 Pro, iOS 17

Posted on May 5, 2024 09:50 AM

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Jul 1, 2024 09:38 AM in response to tamadangelica

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