HDMI 2.2 will require new "Ultra96" cables, whenever we have 8K TVs and content
Briefly

The HDMI 2.2 specification introduces new cables marked with 'Ultra96' for 96GBps compatibility, promising improvements in resolution, refresh rates, and application in AR/VR.
With the inclusion of the Latency Indication Protocol (LIP), HDMI 2.2 aims to enhance audio and video synchronization, especially in multi-hop home theater systems.
Read at Ars Technica
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