HDMI cables are getting even more fun to identify with the advent of the 1.4 revision.  Five different types will now exist for various applications, for instance the High Speed version will support up to 3840×2160 @ 24Hz/25Hz/30Hz or 4096×2160 @ 24Hz and will support 3D applications.  Another interesting version has the ability to pass data over a network connection at up to 100MB making transfers of data or browsing much easier.  For more information head straight to the source, HDMI.org.

“Consumers will also see new HDMI cables introduced to the market. In order to take advantage of the HDMI Ethernet Channel, consumers will need to purchase either a Standard HDMI cable with Ethernet, or a High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet. Consumers connecting an external device to an in-vehicle HDMI-enabled HD system will need the new Automotive HDMI cable. Consumers can expect to see new HDMI 1.4 cables introduced to the market when new HDMI 1.4 devices are available.
Consumers will have a choice of the following HDMI cables:
  • Standard HDMI Cable – supports data rates up to 1080i/60;
  • High Speed HDMI Cable – supports data rates beyond 1080p, including Deep Color and all 3D formats of the new 1.4 specification;
  • Standard HDMI Cable with Ethernet – includes Ethernet connectivity;
  • High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet – includes Ethernet connectivity;
  • Automotive HDMI Cable – allows the connection of external HDMI-enabled devices to an in-vehicle HDMI device. “

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