Not backlit, it's "front-lit" http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Resolution...

		6ren on Sept 7, 2012 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Amazon Officially Announces The New Kindle Paperwh... Not backlit, it's "front-lit" http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Resolution-Display-B... They say it's "25% better contrast", but is this with the display lit or unlit? It's easy to increase contrast by adding more light, but not great on the eyes.