HDMI 2.1: Why It Matters for PCs and TVs in 2021

The most recent HDMI cable and connector standard will be an increasingly important force in PCs and consumer electronics in 2021—and beyond. Here's all you need to know.
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The most recent HDMI cable and connector standard will be an increasingly important force in PCs and consumer electronics in 2021—and beyond. Here's all you need to know.

HDMI 2.1: Why It Matters for PCs and TVs in 2021

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