subject: A Brief History Of HDMI Cables [print this page] HDMI cables are set to develop even further in the coming months and years, having already become a hugely important technology in homes around the world. As increased demands are placed on consumer electronics the products will have to keep up and offer further advantages and improvements to stay in the market. HDMI cables are already future-proof with the ability to transmit 10.2Gbps and have proved their worth and popularity.