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Problem after updating Apple ID

I've just changed my Apple ID to my new email address. Phone (11pro) working ok, if I log in on an Apple website I get the auth code on phone.


Problem is in Settings, under my name it says "Update Apple ID Settings" where it says:


Apple ID Password

Enter the password for

"the email it shows here is old ID"


When I put password in I get Verification Failed An unknown error has occurred.


Any ideas?

iPhone 11 Pro, iOS 14

Posted on Jan 9, 2021 12:37 PM

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Posted on Jan 9, 2021 1:32 PM

Some things you can try. Do you have access to another WiFi network where you can try? That has worked for several people.


Try a restart.


Restart your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch         


Try a forced restart.


Reset Device.      

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Jan 9, 2021 2:37 PM in response to Degimo

A factory reset won't remove the old ID.


If necessary, if you are the original owner, contact Apple. Apple can remove the Activation Lock if provided the required paperwork. Either take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store (if it has reopened)


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple.    


or contact Apple ID Support. 


 Apple ID - Official Apple Support.    


Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support.      (Link doesn’t always load)   


Get Support   https://getsupport.apple.com        Work through the screens to get a chat option. 


Apple Support schedule phone call        


https://twitter.com/AppleSupport       People have posted it may take an hour or more to get a response.



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