o2 ROM UPGRADE

[peterbutler19]

All
I have been advised by o2 tech support to upgrade my ROM from
1.03.00 USA date <24 Sept 03> to the new version 16050 from their site.
The download is 25Mb in size, I have printed off the instructions on loading it but:

Questions
is this good advice?
what if any impacts will I notice on my XDa?

Why exactly am I doing this? - O2 seem a little vague, just cause it's the latest. you'll understand that this doesn't exactly inspire my confidence!!

is there an wasier/better ROM upgrade and can this be easily accomplished by a limited technical person with clear instructions in English at all please?

and finally
What were the key issues with ROM v1.66.??

[cruisin-thru]

It is a very simple process, make sure your phone is fully charged, make sure you are using the usb port direct and not through a hub, enter usb/bootloader mode and execute the update on your pc. The good thing about using the official rom is that O2 will sort out your phone if the upgrade causes damage. The O2 site lists all improvements and bug fixes alongside the appropriate rom upgrade.