

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.
Disney Launches Disney+ Perks, Rewarding Subscribers With Discounts And More
Disney has now launched a new rewards program for Disney+ subscribers, Disney+ Perks. While only available in the U.S. right now, Disney has confirmed plans to expand the Disney+ Perks…
Fubo’s Programmatic Pause Ads Are On Their Way
Fubo has now launched the availability of programmatic pause ads on its Connected TV (CTV) platform. According to Fubo, it is now the first CTV platform to offer this type…
Telemundo’s New FAST Channel Features Over 800 Hours of ‘Caso Cerrado’
Telemundo’s new FAST channel provides viewers with access to more than 800 hours of Caso Cerrado programming. As fans of Caso Cerrado will know well, Telemundo’s courtroom show featured real-life…
DirecTV to Celebrate 31st Anniversary With Special Rewards and Perks
DirecTV will be celebrating its 31st anniversary with some special rewards and perks, including donations and sweepstakes. Although DirecTV originally launched on June 17, 1994, DirecTV will be celebrating the…
Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video Leading the Charge in SVOD Sports Content
Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video are leading the charge when it comes to sports content on SVOD services, with a new report pointing to the three services collectively home to…
DirecTV Customers Can Also Now Watch MLS Sunday Night Soccer For Free
DirecTV customers can watch MLS Sunday Night Soccer matches for free during the remainder of the 2025 Major League Soccer season – no MLS Season Pass required. This follows an…
Acorn TV Is The Latest AMC Networks Streaming Service To Increase In Price
The cost of Acorn TV quietly increased recently. Following the latest price increase, an Acorn TV subscription now costs $8.99 a month in the United States, and $10.99 a month…
Spectrum TV App Now Available On LG And Vizio Smart TVs
The Spectrum TV app is now available on LG and Vizio smart TVs, providing Spectrum TV customers with more ways to access and stream their content. Spectrum TV customers can…
Get ESPN+ for Just $5/mo for Three Months With This Limited-Time Deal
New subscribers can currently get an ESPN+ subscription for just $4.99 a month for the first three months. Considering an ESPN+ subscription costs $11.99 a month, this limited-time deal saves…
What To Watch This Weekend: 12 New Movies And Shows Now Streaming (May 23, 2025)
A lot of new movies and series have become available this week, which is great news for those planning on staying home and wanting to watch something new. To make…
Vizio TV Users Can Now Access Local Channels Through The Sling TV App
Vizio TV users now have the option of accessing local channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, and PBS, directly within the Sling TV app. The move by Sling and Vizio…
You Can Now Turn Your Samsung TV Into Ariel’s Underwater Kingdom Or A Star Wars Landscape
If you’ve been looking for a way to bring some magical kingdom to your Samsung TV, you now can, as Samsung and Disney have teamed up to add new artworks…
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