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THE GOOD
One of the smallest PCs we've ever seen; includes built-in TV tuner; less than 3 pounds; great design; includes both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

THE BAD
More expensive than competing Core Duo small-form-factor systems; fixed configuration; hard to upgrade.

THE BOTTOM LINE
With tons of features, including a TV tuner, built-in Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, packed into a tiny case, the WinBook Jiv Mini impresses with its features-per-square-inch ratio. We've not seen more features stuffed into such a small case.

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Average CNET Reader Rating: 7.7 out of 10

CNET Reader Reviews

  1. December 12, 2006 05:50

    4.0/5
    The jiv mini is a great computer! Small and very portable. I got mine with the multimedia keyboard which is ironically based on old IR technology despite the fact that the jiv has bluetooth capability. The IR keyboard has to be in visual line of s...  read more »

    - Emilys dad

  2. August 28, 2007 09:08

    3.5/5
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  3. February 15, 2007 09:23

    4.0/5
    I have two of these and love them. They play music, pictures, and video well and the remote is particularly easy to use. The form factor is ideal for home theaters. I'd like to order a third, but they are no longer available, and there isn't a rep...  read more »

    - SiliconShield


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