Panasonic will release a new firmware update for the Lumix DMC-LX3 on 15th December. Version 1.1 includes a compatibility update for the optional FL220 flash unit, and improves auto white balance performance.  Panasonic Press Release  Firmware Update For DMC-LX3  External Flash DMW-FL220  New Firmware Provides Support for DMC-LX3  Panasonic is announcing a firmware update service for the DMC-LX3, Ver1.1. This new firmware includes a compatibility update for the optional FL220 flash unit, and improves auto white balance performance under different color temperatures and lighting.  Panasonic invites all users of DMC-LX3 to apply the updated firmware. The new firmware will be available worldwide on 15th of December, 2008 at http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/