>>I just want to make sure I am future proof in my next receiver purchase.>>

If you are serious about this statement and don't wish to buy another reciever for a long time (5 years?) then I would suggest waiting another 6 months until the new models roll out that feature HDMI 1.3 which may (or may not) be the standard of HDMI for more than a year

Regardless, if you are looking to future proof, wait for HDMI 1.3 compatible receivers.

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