
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…
Google TV Upgrades ‘Your Apps’ Row With Circular Icons, Easier Reordering and More
Google TV is now in the process of rolling out a few changes to the Home screen in an attempt to offer a “sleeker, more streamlined look.”
Vizio Closed 2023 With 18.5 Million SmartCast Active Accounts
Vizio closed out the fourth quarter of 2023 with 18.5 million SmartCast active accounts and a total of 5.5 billion streaming hours.
Warner Bros. Discovery Hits Pause On Paramount Global Merger: Report
Warner Bros. Discovery has reportedly hit the pause button on a possible Paramount Global merger, suggesting a deal is now highly unlikely.
Netflix Subscribers Paying Through Apple Will Now Need To Pay Netflix Directly
Netflix subscribers that have been paying for their subscription through Apple are about to find out that’s no longer an option.
All Fubo Live TV Plans Are $20 Cheaper Than Usual Right Now
Fubo is currently offering a $20 discount on all of its live TV plans, taking the price down to as low as $59.99 for the first month.
BLKFAM Launches As First Black-Owned, Black-Focused Family Streaming Platform
BLKFAM is a new free, ad-supported streaming service that entertains, educates, and celebrates Black American family-friendly content.
New Frndly TV Home Screen Rolling Out On Android TV, Apple TV And Vizio TVs
Frndly TV’s new Home screen makes it easier for subscribers to explore new content, access recordings and get personalized recommendations.
Chromecast with Google TV 4K Update Adds Fast Pair Support
Google confirmed Fast Pair was coming to the Chromecast with Google TV 4K and it looks like that support is now rolling out via a new update.
MotorTrend+ Is Shutting Down and Its Programming Is Moving to Max and Discovery+
The MotorTrend+ subscription service is shutting down. As part of the closure, MotorTrend’s programming is moving to Max and Discovery+.
Combined Sports Streaming Service Won’t Fuel Cord Cutting, David Zaslav Says
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav doesn’t expect the new sports-focused streaming service to fuel cord cutting in any meaningful way.
Disney-Fox-Warner Bros. Combined Service To Simplify Sports Streaming
New Disney-Fox-Warner Bros combined sports-focused streaming service will simplify the sports streaming experience, according to David Zaslav.
YouTube TV Premium Networks And Add-Ons (And How Much They Cost)
YouTube TV offers subscribers a number of premium networks and add-ons that can be bundled with the base package. Here’s the full list.
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