Unlocked?

[boblpn]

I'd like to confirm something.

Just received my Alltel 6800 in mail.

I've been querying about unlocking, but when I powered on the device, one of the items in the list on the desktop page says, Device Unlocked and has a little picture of a padlock with the shackle open.

Does this mean that I DO NOT have to go through the unlocking process?

And now, it was suggested that I upgrade my ROM.

I've read through a few of the threads and would like to received just a little more guidance. Could someone please suggest a good ROM for basic browsing, GPS, calls and WiFi? and point me to the best tutorial so that I can upgrade the ROM? and radio?

Current radio version is 1.40.00
ROM 2.14.671.3

I'd like only to do this once, and get it right the first time, then I will call Alltel to transfer my number to this new phone.

Thanks for all assistance.