Why can't I receive video texts on my iPhone anymore?

For some reason I can't open videos that are sent in a text to me anymore. It isn't a size or length issue because my friend sent an old one that she had sent me in the past and I could open, but I can't open it now.

Close out of the message app, double tap the home button and completely close out of it.
Then do a reset, no data lost. Hold down the home/sleep button together until you see the apple logo and then release, then wait for the phone to boot back up.
Then check your message again.

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crosby1 wrote:
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Hello Jennie Keast,
It seems you are unable to send iMessages or SMS to to certain contacts. That does sound troublesome. You also asked some important questions concerning types of messages.
A blue colored message means it's an iMessage
A green message indicates it was sent as an SMS
This article provides in-depth details about iMessage and SMS:
Send messages with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
The following article provides troubleshooting steps which may help you find a solution:
If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Thank you for contributing to Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
Bobby_D

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Terimich6,
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2755
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