Key Features & Specifications of the Huawei F317 (Black)

Network & SIM

• Supports quad-band GSM frequencies: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• Accepts a single standard (mini) SIM card

Display & Design

• 2.4-inch STN monochrome display, black-and-white, with 128×64 dot-matrix resolution and backlighting for better visibility
• Compact dimensions: approximately 196 × 155 × 74 mm; overall weight under 600 g including battery

Power & Battery

• Power input: AC 100–240 V; output DC 5 V, 550 mA
• Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (F317-10/20 variants): 600 mAh, 3.6 V.
  • Approximate talk time: ~2.5 hours
  • Approximate standby time: ~160 hours
• Some variants (F317-30/40) use a 1,000 mAh Li-ion battery, offering ~4 hours of talk time and ~250 hours standby

Telephony & Connectivity Features

• High-quality voice encoding: FR, EFR, HR, AMR formats supported
• Supplementary services: supports caller ID, call forwarding, call waiting, call holding, three-way calling/conference (network dependent)
• SMS capabilities: send, receive, edit, and store messages; group message sending supported

Audio & Extras

• Built-in FM radio with speaker function
• Blue backlit keypad buttons, including SMS/menu navigation keys

Phonebook & User Interface

• Phonebook capacity typically around 200–500 entries depending on source
• Navigation through menu using scroll and function keys, plus speed-dial via pressing and holding 2–9 keys
• Multilingual support (e.g., English, Chinese, possibly others) Antenna & Expansion

• Built-in antenna with a TNC or similar connector available for external antenna attachment to boost reception where needed

Miscellaneous

• USB (mini USB) port available—not for data transfer, may be for maintenance or charging
• Physical features like handset rest, wall-mount capability, and user interface conveniences typical of cordless desk phones