
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…
Peacock Premium Plus Subscribers Suddenly Seeing Ads On Everything
While Peacock does include ads, it is those paying for the Premium Plus ad-free plan that now seem to be encountering ads on everything.
Max Subscribers Can Watch These AMC+ Shows For Free From Sept. 1 (But Only For 60 Days)
Select AMC Plus shows will be available to stream on Max for 60 days starting from September 1st, and at no additional cost to subscribers.
Starz Lowering Annual Plan Price For Existing Subscribers
In an unusual move for streaming services, Starz has confirmed that it is lowering the price of its annual plan for existing subscribers.
Frndly TV Outage Results in ‘Service Temporarily Unavailable’ Message [Updated]
Frndly TV subscribers are encountering a ‘Service Temporarily Unavailable’ message, and it currently remains unclear when a fix is coming.
Shudder Price Increase Kicks In, Monthly Plan Now Costs $7
Shudder previously confirmed the price was going up, so this is not a sudden price increase. Still, signing up from today now costs more.
Peacock Supported Devices: Compatible Smart TVs and Streaming Players
It is worth checking that your preferred smart TVs and streaming players are supported before signing up to Peacock. Here’s the full list.
83.7 Million US Connected TV Households Using Ad-Supported Streaming Services
US households are adopting ad-supported streaming services at a faster rate than non-ad-supported services, according to the latest data.
Redbox Perks Members Now Earn Points When Renting Or Purchasing Through The App
Whether renting or purchasing through a Redbox kiosk or the Redbox app, members can collect and redeem points for discounts or free rentals.
New Tablo Device Lets You Watch and Record OTA, FAST Channels
The latest Tablo device offers a way to watch and record over-the-air TV programs from ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC without a paid subscription.
Content Overload: 1 In 5 Can’t Find Something To Watch
Findings from a new report suggest that a massive influx in content is making it harder for many consumers to find something to watch.
Fubo Limits Free Trials to Just 1 Day for New Subscribers
Fubo appears to have made the change last week, so some new subscribers are likely to have already noticed the shorter than usual free trial.
Fubo Ends Samsung TV Support for New Users, App No Longer Available to Download
Samsung TVs are no longer officially supported Fubo devices. The app remains available to existing users and will continue to receive updates.
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