Can no longer update apps or buy/download apps

A month ago I changed my e-mail addy. I changed my Apple ID to the same email I had for MobileMe and I changed ITunes as well. All was fine, until yesterday. I went to update my apps, I do this weekly, and now it now it is asking for the Apple ID password for my old e-mail. I checked the store on my phone, it is my current e-mail. My Apple ID is my current email. My Itunes is my current email. My Mobile Me is my current email. A lot of my apps were purchased with previous Iphones, but everything transferred over fine. What is going on? Having to re-purchase apps sounds like a total ripoff.

Hi,
Try resetting your Apple ID.
https://iforgot.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/DSiForgot.woa/wa
Keep in mind your Apple ID is the same for MobileMe as it is for iTunes or for logging in to Apple Discussions.
Carolyn

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