Unable to download apps over 3G?...

Hi there.
I'm having problems at the moment where I can't seem to download apps via 3G?
Also unable to download updates via 3G - WIFI works fine for both.
I always used to be able to download apps via 3G but now all of a sudden nothing happens. After about 10-15mins it says unable to connect to iTunes...
Is there some sort of setting I've accidentally turned off?
I have an iPhone 3GS
Thanks for any help given...

Try resetting your iPhone by pressing the home and sleep buttons until you see the Apple logo, ignoring the slider. Takes about 5-15 secs of button holding and you won't lose any data or settings.
Other options are Reset Network Settings, turn 3G Off/On. You might also download one of the speedtest apps and see what your download speed is on 3G.
Are you in a good 3G coverage area?

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