1. An articulated portable phone comprising: a handset configured to conduct a two way voice conversation and to be responsive, at least in part, to voice commands from a user, the handset comprising: a first surface; a second surface different than the first surface; an orientation sensing system; a speaker; a microphone; a direct view display; a battery; a removable cover; and a plurality of separable pieces configured to be separated from the handset, wherein the direct view display is located on the first surface of the handset and the removable cover is located on the second surface of the handset, wherein the orientation sensing system is configured to provide an electrical output and to adjust the electrical output responsive to each of at least three orientation changes of the handset or each of at least three different orientations of the handset.