
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…
Hulu Now Rewarding Binge Watchers with Less Ads
Hulu has now officially launched a new ad feature that’s designed to reward binge-watchers. The idea is that the more Hulu you watch in a single sitting, the less ads…
Sling TV Improves Cloud DVR and Now Lets You Record ESPN Channels
Sling TV has expanded its cloud DVR to include a selection of ESPN channels. While Sling TV did previously offer cloud DVR, it has not always been supported by all…
Netflix Testing New Watch Now and Play Something Else Features
Netflix now appears to be testing two new features designed to speed up the time it takes to start watching. The two new features are “Watch Now” and “Play Something…
AT&T TV NOW Customers a Step Closer to Seeing Paused Ads
AT&T’s modern take on delivering ads when a viewer hits the pause button is getting closer. It has long been understood that AT&T was working on a feature that showed…
Android TV Getting a New Streaming Player and Android 10
Android TV is getting a new developer-focused streaming device soon, along with an update to Android 10. Android TV is Google’s streaming platform that provides access to Android apps on…
Stream Free Movies & TV Shows with the Roku Channel Stream-a-Thon
Roku is making available a number of movies and TV shows for free during the holiday period. To watch any of the free movies or TV shows, users will need…
Plex Launches AVOD Streaming Service with Free Movies and TV Shows
If you haven’t heard the news already, Plex is the latest company to offer an AVOD streaming service. In this guide we’ll explain everything you need to know and how…
Philo vs WatchTV: Best Budget Live TV Service?
You don’t have to pay a lot to stream live TV, but picking the best budget service can make all the difference.
WatchTV: Every Live TV Channel You Get for $15
The WatchTV streaming service is no longer available. AT&T’s affordable live TV streaming service was officially discontinued on Nov. 30, 2021. WatchTV is one of the many live TV streaming…
AT&T TV NOW Monthly Prices Increase to $65 and $80
Today, AT&T TV NOW prices increased for the second time in 2019. The latest increase adds $15 to the base plan.
Hulu + Live TV Price Increase: $54.99 per Month Starting December 18
Hulu + Live TV will see a price increase of $10 starting from December 18.
Pluto TV Now Has 20 Million Monthly Active Users
Pluto TV, the popular free service continues to grow. Pluto TV now has 20 million users in the U.S. who access the service at least once a month.
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