
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…
How to Download YouTube TV On A Samsung TV (& Supported Models)
YouTube TV is available to download and watch on a Samsung smart TV although not every TV model is compatible with the live TV streaming app.
Apple TV+ Subscribers Struggle To Renew Paramount+ & Showtime Bundle
After the deal ended a few months back for new customers, Apple TV+ subscribers already signed up to the bundle are now facing issues.
Yes, YouTube TV Has Ads & Most Can’t Be Skipped
Like most live TV streaming services, YouTube TV has ads and not just when watching live TV channels either. Here’s what you need to know.
Apple TV Plus Cost Per Month (And Ways To Save On The Price)
Apple TV Plus costs $6.99 but opting for an annual plan or bundling with other Apple services can help to lower the price of a subscription.
Locast Arrives In Pittsburgh With Free Local Live TV Streaming
Locast is now live in Pittsburgh offering residents a way to stream their local news, weather and sports channels over the internet for free.
HBO Max (with HBO) Up To 67.5 Million Subscribers Globally
HBO Max ended the second quarter with 47 million domestic subscribers and 67.5 globally, with the figures including standard HBO customers.
PS5 Owners Can Now Get Apple TV+ For Free For Six Months
PlayStation 5 owners can now sign up to Apple TV+ and watch all the movies and shows included with the subscription for free for six months.
Hulu Live TV Now an Option on Comcast’s Xfinity Flex Devices
Hulu Live TV is now available on Xfintiy Flex, providing Comcast customers with another way to stream live TV channels over the internet.
Sling TV’s New App Rolling Out On Roku, Starting With Ultra
Sling TV recently upgraded its app with an improved user experience, and the new version has now started making its way to Roku devices.
How To Stream The 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Looking to watch the 2020 Tokyo Olympics live? Here are the options for streaming all the games and live events as they happen.
Get 3 Months Of Ad-Free HBO Max For $15 When Buying Latest Chromecast
Google is now offering the option to buy a three-month HBO Max subscription and Chromecast with Google TV bundle, with some major savings.
Netflix Hits 209 Million Subscribers & Sets Sights On Games
Netflix’s latest quarterly results highlighted the service now has more than 209 million paid members and revealed games are coming soon.
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