13. A method for controlling a radio device, comprising: receiving a gesture input through a gesture pad that distinguishes between a plurality of fingers used for a gesture, that recognizes the orientation of the distinguished finger, and that performs a function that is dependent on the distinguished finger and its orientation; and modifying an operation of the radio device based on the received gesture input.
23. The method of claim 13 , wherein the gesture input comprises drumming of fingers to cause soft keys to be displayed.