

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.
DirecTV Genre Packs: Plans, Prices and Channels Explained
DirecTV offers a variety of ‘Genre Packs.’ These are skinnier live TV packages which don’t require a subscription to the service’s main live TV packages, making them a good option…
‘Unfair’ Prime Video Ad-Free Upgrade Lawsuit Dismissed By Judge
A judge has dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit against Amazon over the use of ads on Prime Video. The lawsuit was originally filed in February 2024, soon after Amazon introduced…
Fubo and Newsmax Agree New Multi-Year Carriage Deal
Fubo and Newsmax have agreed a new multi-year carriage deal. Newsmax is already available on the Fubo platform, and the new deal ensures the news network will continue to be…
TCLtv+ Adds Another 11 FAST Channels, Taking The Total Number Of Free Channels To Over 400
TCLtv+ has added another eleven FAST channels to its lineup. The latest additions have also helped TCL‘s free streaming service surpass 400 free channels in total. The newest additions are…
Sling Orange and Blue Subscribers Can Currently Watch Sundance TV For Free
Sling Orange and Sling Blue subscribers can currently watch Sundance TV at no additional cost. This limited-time free preview is in effect now, and due to remain available through August…
ABC News Launching New Weekday News Show Exclusively On Disney+
ABC News is launching a new weekday news show exclusively on the Disney+ streaming service. The new What You Need to Know series is due to make its debut on…
Westinghouse 4K and HD Xumo TVs Now Available Nationwide
If you’re in the market for a new smart TV, a selection of 4K and HD Westinghouse Xumo TVs are now available to buy nationwide. The new Westinghouse TVs mark…
What To Watch This Weekend: 14 New Movies And Shows Now Streaming (July 11, 2025)
There are plenty of new movies and series for you to stream at home this weekend, including Ballard, Brick, Dexter: Resurrection, the season three premiere of Foundation, and the season…
Sling TV Subscribers Can Watch Paramount+ with Showtime For Free This Weekend
If you’re a Sling TV subscriber, you can currently access Paramount+ with Showtime for free this weekend. Sling’s latest preview begins today (July 10) and continues through Monday (July 14).…
DirecTV MiEspañol Customers Now Get ViX Premium for Free
DirecTV customers subscribed to the MiEspañol Genre Pack now get ViX Premium for free. The complimentary subscription is the result of an expanded deal announced earlier this year between DirecTV…
DirecTV Customers Can Watch Paramount+ with Showtime for Free This Weekend
DirecTV customers can access the Paramount+ with Showtime premium channel for free over the weekend, thanks to the live TV service’s latest free preview. In fact, the free preview has…
Max Is Now Officially HBO Max Again
Max has now been rebranded as HBO Max. For those that missed it, Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed the change in May, explaining that it would take effect later in the…
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