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HiFi.Fan highlights the JLab JBuds Mini ANC as one of the smallest and most affordable ANC in-ear headphones, weighing just 3.3 grams and priced at $39.99 (€37).
The earbuds offer over 25 hours of total playback time, IP55 water and dust resistance, and multipoint Bluetooth connectivity for seamless device switching.
Compact design is a key feature, with the case 50% smaller and earbuds 30% smaller than previous models, making them highly portable.
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