
John Finn
John Finn is the Founder and Editor of Streaming Better, where he helps consumers make smarter decisions about streaming. Since launching the site in 2019, John has focused on breaking down live TV streaming, SVOD, AVOD, FAST, and TVOD services.
John has been covering technology since 2014, writing and editing for multiple online publications before shifting his attention to the streaming industry. His work includes hands‑on testing, industry research, and a consumer‑first perspective designed to highlight what actually matters.
Originally from England and now based in the United States, John holds a degree in Psychology. Before entering the streaming world, he worked as an airline reviewer — an experience that helped shape the detail‑oriented evaluation style he now applies to devices, services, and industry trends.
John subscribes to multiple streaming services to stay current with the market, but he continues to advocate for the cost‑effective strategy of rotating services based on what you want to watch, rather than paying for everything at once.
John’s Core Topics
- Live TV Streaming
- SVOD, AVOD & FAST Services
- Streaming Industry Analysis
- Device Reviews
- Consumer Streaming Strategy
Featured Articles
A selection of John’s most popular guides and explainers.

Want to Save on Streaming? Here Are 7 Tips I Use to Stream For Less
Seven things I do to help keep a lid on my monthly streaming costs.

Live TV Streaming Subscriber Tracker
See how many subscribers the most popular live TV services have, and had in the past.

Streaming 101: A Beginner’s Guide To Services, Devices, And More
Want to get started with TV and video streaming? You’re in the right place.
All Articles
John’s latest articles and guides.
Halloween Streaming Guide (2026): The Best New Releases, 2025 Horror Hits & Classics
It is that time of the year again. With October now here, and Halloween just around the corner, it is that time when many of us will watch some very…
AsianCrush and RetroCrush Now Available On Xfinity and Xumo Devices
AsianCrush and RetroCrush now available on Xfinity and Xumo devices, including Xfinity X1, Xfinity Flex, Xumo Stream Box and Xumo TV.
Hulu Live TV Free Trials Have Returned, Albeit Only As 3-Day Free Trials
If you’ve been considering giving Hulu Live TV a try, now might be the time, as the live TV service is suddenly offering three-day free trials.
Sony’s 2024 Bravia TVs With Google TV Are Here, and Here’s How Much They Cost
Sony has now officially announced its 2024 Bravia smart TVs powered by Google TV and featuring the Sony Pictures Core streaming experience.
Disney Launches MyDisney, A Unified Login Experience For Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu And More
Disney has launched MyDisney, its new unified login experience for Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu and its other experiences, including Walt Disney World.
Vantiva Has Sold 22 Million Android TV Set-Top Boxes Over The Years
Vantiva has sold 22 million Android TV set-top boxes since 2015. At the end of 2023, the company reportedly held a 25% market share.
Surfshark VPN App For Apple TV Is Now Available
The Surfshark VPN app for Apple TV is now available, providing users of Apple’s streaming player with another virtual private network option.
Frndly TV Launches a Channel Store With Four New Add-On Services
Frndly TV is making four new subscription streaming services available as add-ons for subscribers to bundle with their live TV package.
U.S. Reps Question The Impact Of Disney-Fox-WBD Joint Sports Venture, And Want Answers
Two U.S. Representatives want more information on the Disney-Fox-WBD joint sports venture to ensure there’s no negative impact on the market.
A Truth Social Live TV Streaming Service Is Coming Soon
Truth Social’s live TV streaming platform will offer access to live TV as well as content that’s been cancelled or is at risk of cancellation.
Charter Launches Two New Streaming TV Packages, ‘Spectrum TV Stream’ And ‘Spectrum Stream Latino’
Charter’s new Spectrum TV Stream package features more than 90 channels while ‘Spectrum Stream Latino’ offers access to over 45 channels.
Poker Fans Can Save $20 On A PokerGO Annual Plan (And Watch 300+ Hours Of 2024 WSOP)
Ahead of the 2024 World Series of Poker, new subscribers can save an additional $20 when signing up for a PokerGO annual subscription.
Streaming Accounted For 38.5% Of Total TV Usage In March 2024
While Streaming’s 38.5% total TV usage for March 2024 was an increase on the month and year before, total TV usage overall dropped by 3%.
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