'Flexible' HDMI cable ?

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#63535 29-Jun-2010 13:14

Im looking for an HDMI cable (2m is fine) thats reasonably flexible - the current cable I have is quite thick and when its plugged into the PS3, I have to have the PS3 sticking out of the cabinet its in and cant close the door when Im done.... if I could find a cable that will bend a bit more closer to the plug, then thatd be better but the cables Ive see so far all seem to be rather thick and not willing to give way much...

Any suggestion for cable brands to look at ? :)

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#346343 29-Jun-2010 13:26

Have you thought of getting a right-angle HDMI cable?

something like:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Electronics-photography/TVs/Cables-aerials/auction-298127798.htm

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#346344 29-Jun-2010 13:28

Hmm thats an option, cheers for that :)

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#346347 29-Jun-2010 13:35

The other alternative is to get a right angle adapter, which might save you a few dollars as you can continue to use your existing cable.

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#346370 29-Jun-2010 14:32

I'd get a right angle adaptor - you can find them in most retail electronics stores.
Beats buying another cable.

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#346372 29-Jun-2010 14:49

You can also get flat/ribbon type HDMI cables, which bend a lot more, but they aren't cheap.

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#346577 30-Jun-2010 09:16

xpd: Im looking for an HDMI cable (2m is fine) thats reasonably flexible - the current cable I have is quite thick and when its plugged into the PS3, I have to have the PS3 sticking out of the cabinet its in and cant close the door when Im done.... if I could find a cable that will bend a bit more closer to the plug, then thatd be better but the cables Ive see so far all seem to be rather thick and not willing to give way much...

Any suggestion for cable brands to look at ? :)

This is a great option, send it anyway you want!
http://www.rapalloav.co.nz/product/1469/ANGLE-HDMI-CABLE/ANGLE-HDMI-CABLE/

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