There are a lot of e-book reader with a built-in backlight that can be turned on and off, like the Kindle Paperwhite.
But I agree that using iPads then calling that "a backlit e-reader" is pretty stupid. That's a tablet.
But I agree that using iPads then calling that "a backlit e-reader" is pretty stupid. That's a tablet.
"Paperwhite guides light toward the surface of the display with its built-in front light—unlike back-lit tablets that shine in your eyes" [1]
I have a Kindle Paperwhite, and was surprised to read this article, because I have no trouble sleeping. Apparently the way the light works is the reason for this :)
[1] http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Ereader/dp/B00AWH595...
Furthermore, it seems to me that with the Paper White's light guided "on the surface of the display", the light shines as much in towards your eyes as it does towards the screen...
EDIT: I probably should have said "without the built-in light" but wanted to include devices that do not have one to begin with. I am still using one of these :)