
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…
YES Network and MSG Networks Form New GAME Joint Venture
YES Network and MSG Networks have teamed up to create Gotham Advanced Media and Entertainment (GAME), a new 50/50 joint venture.
Disney+ Now Available With Spectrum TV Select Packages At No Additional Cost
Following the agreement between Charter and Disney, Disney+ Basic is now available with Spectrum TV Select packages at no additional cost.
Streaming Services Are Finding It Harder To Keep Their Subscribers
New data suggests streaming services found it even harder to keep hold of subscribers in the third quarter of 2023 than in previous years.
YouTube TV Now Offering A $30 Saving and First 3 Weeks Free
While not quite as good as the previous deal, YouTube TV is now offering a $30 discount over three months along with a 3-week free trial.
Tegna and NBC Renew Station Affiliation Agreements For 20 Markets
Tegna and NBC have agreed a new deal that renews station affiliation agreements for 20 markets, including 10 of the top 25 markets for NBC.
Nexstar and Fubo Agree New Deal For The CW Network, NewsNation and More
Nexstar and Fubo have reached a new agreement that covers NewsNation and a variety of Nexstar-owned local TV stations, including CW Network.
Frndly TV Adds Laff and Court TV Channels
Frndly TV has added the Laff and Court TV channels to its lineup, providing subscribers with access to more comedy and crime-themed content.
Roku Smart Picture Uses AI To Automatically Adjust The Settings On Roku TVs
Roku’s new Smart Picture feature uses advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, to automatically select the best settings.
New Roku Pro Series Smart TVs Are Coming Later This Year
If you found Roku’s Select and Plus Series smart TVs to be not premium enough, the company is launching new Pro Series TVs later this year.
T-Mobile Is Adding Free Hulu To Its Best Wireless Plan
Those signed up to T-Mobile’s best wireless plan are getting Hulu for free, with Hulu the fourth streaming service available to customers.
Hulu Live TV: Free Trial, Deals and Other Savings Explained
While Hulu Live TV isn’t the best when it comes to deals and promotions, it is possible to save on the monthly cost of a live TV package.
Higher Prices Resulting In More People Canceling Streaming Services More Often
An effect of so many streaming services having increased in price recently, more people appear to be now canceling their subscriptions.
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