

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.
Screensaver Ads Arrive On LG Smart TVs
LG smart TV users can now expect to encounter full-screen Screensaver ads across the Home Screen, LG Channels and the LG Content Store.
Curiosity University Now Available As An Amazon Prime Video Add-On
While not any cheaper, Prime members and standalone Prime Video subscribers can now sign up to Curiosity University as a Prime Video add-on.
Roku’s NFL Zone Returns, And With New Features For The 2024-25 Season
Thanks to a new multi-year agreement with the NFL, Roku’s NFL Zone has returned for the new season, along with some improvements and upgrades.
You Can Now Stream Vizio’s WatchFree+ On Your Android Phone Or iPhone
Vizio’s free WatchFree+ streaming service is now available to download on mobile devices, removing the need to have access to a Vizio TV.
Disney+ Adds ABC News Live And Disney Junior Live Channels
Disney previously confirmed ‘continuous playlists’ were coming, marking the streaming service’s first major expansion into live channels.
Latest YouTube App Update Fixes Crashing Issue On Android TV
One day after rolling out an update that broke the YouTube app on Android TV and Google TV, another update has rolled out to fix the issue.
Panasonic Returns To The US With Fire TV-Powered Smart TVs
After confirmation earlier this year, Panasonic has officially returned to the United States with new Fire TV OLED and Mini-LED smart TVs.
Disney Accuses DirecTV Of Misrepresenting Facts Surrounding Dispute
Disney wants to set the record straight over the cause of the ongoing dispute that led to the removal of its channels from DirecTV’s packages.
Philo Now Has A New Logo (And Subscribers Now Have New Avatars)
Philo has updated its logo and branding with a new look and feel. The app also now has some fresh avatars for you to choose from as well.
X TV App Now Available (In Beta) On Android TV, Fire TV And LG TVs
With the X TV app now available, X users can now watch videos from their favorite accounts on the largest screen in their home.
The YouTube App On Android TV Is Completely Broken Right Now
If you’ve opened up the YouTube app on an Android TV device today and found it isn’t working, you’re not alone. The app is broken right now.
‘El Salvador 24’ FAST Channel Goes Live on Fubo, Sling, ViX and Other Platforms
A New ‘El Salvador 24’ free, ad-supported channel has now launched, offering access to a range of news, entertainment and sports programming.
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