
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…
Frontier Customers Can Now Combine YouTube TV Billing And Save
Frontier is now offering customers the option to bundle YouTube TV with their internet package and only pay a single bill each month.
Why You Should Always Sign Up To Sling TV Through The Website
While there’s nothing wrong with signing up through the app, Sling TV’s website is nearly always going to be the better (and cheaper) choice.
Showtime Is Free on DirecTV Stream Through March 26
DirecTV Stream’s free Showtime preview went live yesterday, so existing subscribers may have already noticed the channel in their live guide.
Starz Is $1.99/Month For 3 Months Through Prime Video
If you’ve been wanting to give Starz a try, it is currently just $1.99 per month for three months through Amazon’s Prime Video Channels.
Sling TV Subscribers Can Watch Showtime For Free This Weekend
Sling TV routinely makes premium networks available for subscribers to watch for free for a limited time, and this weekend it is Showtime.
Here’s How The FTC Wants To Help You Cancel Unwanted Subscriptions
The FTC says it should be as easy to cancel a subscription as it’s to create one, and announced new proposals to help make the change happen.
Tubi Will Soon Start Showing Ads When A Video Is Paused
Tubi has confirmed that it plans to introduce a Pause Ads format later this year resulting in full-screen adverts after pausing a video.
MLB.TV Is Coming to Fubo as a New Add-On Option
Fubo subscribers will soon be able to add MLB.TV to their live TV package. The new add-on is due to go live before Opening Day on March 30.
Amazon Celebrates 200 Million Fire TV Devices With Launch Of $200 TV
In addition to confirming 200 million Fire TV devices sold globally, Amazon also announced the launch of the all-new Fire TV 2-Series lineup.
Friday Night Baseball Returning To Apple TV+, And A Subscription Is Required
Apple has confirmed that Friday Night Baseball will return to Apple TV Plus next month, and that a subscription will be required this time.
DirecTV And Newsmax Agree Deal, Channel To Return To DirecTV Stream Tomorrow
DirecTV and Newsmax have now reached a deal that will see the news channel return to DirecTV Stream, DirecTV and U-verse from tomorrow.
Update Your Apple TV’s YouTube TV App To Fix Black Screen Issue
The YouTube TV app is receiving an update that includes a fix for a black screen issue that some Apple TV users have been experiencing.
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