Gamers looking for a quick switch between consoles may turn to HDMI portsCreated: 4/19/2011 3:28:26 PMThe process of switching out video cables and computer wires when changing between different gaming devices can be tenuous. Since most gaming consoles are high-definition (HD) compatible, HDMI cables often have to be changed as well.
The inefficiency of this process has lead video game enthusiasts to search for an all-in-one device that will allow them to change consoles at the press of a button. There are products that do this, but many of them neglect the HDMI input, and in doing so diminish the clarity of graphics and sound effects.
Also, according to CNet News, it is even harder to link an universal audio headset used in online gaming to HD sound, and many simply succumb to the process of switching out HDMI cables when turning to another gaming system. The news source recommends connecting to televisions with universal HDMI audio ports as the easiest means to correct this problem. Another option would be to buy specialized devices with multiple HDMI ports and a central audio input.
As HDMI cables become more commonplace, the need to easily connect to HD devices is becoming a necessity. According to Touch Arcade, Apple recently introduced a HDMI adapter for its accessories to meet this growing demand.
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