When I change my gmail avatar image, why doesn't it update everywhere?

Question

I changed my gmail avatar image using:

settings -> general -> my picture -> change picture

but it only changed below compose next to my green available dot and at the top left of each email i send. my old avatar image is still used if i rollover my name at the top of an email or if i roll over my new avatar image next to my green available dot.

edit: i tried clearing my cache and i tried different browsers but neither works

Answer 1

I had the same problem, I had to go into my gmail contacts and delete all the entries for myself. After I did that, voila all fixed. To get to contacts, select the GMAIL button the on top left and a drop down will appear where you can select Contacts. Make sure and remove the contact entries for yourself under "My Contacts" and "Other Contacts".