How to fix 'Unable to Load Video' error on iPhone?

I was taking a video (cinematic) suddenly the screen turn black and stopped. I checked in the photo gallery. I got an error like: please see attatched

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Original Title: help with my video

iPhone 16 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Jun 20, 2025 4:41 PM

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Jun 20, 2025 4:54 PM in response to Rookieyum

You might want to fully charge the battery, then check if you have enough storage space.

Delete any unnecessary files (email attachments, text messages (the ones loaded with photos and videos)) and any unnecessary videos in your camera roll.

Let me know if that helps.

Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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