
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…
Sling TV Subscribers Can Watch Discovery+ for Free This Weekend
Sling routinely offers subscribers a free preview of a premium network, and this week it’s the turn of the Discovery Plus streaming service.
We Sat Through The Ads On Paramount+ — Here’s What You Can Expect
Paramount+ has ads and we recently sat through a bunch of them so you would have a better idea of what to expect before signing up.
The CW Network Agrees ACC College Football and Basketball Deal
The CW Network will become home to 50 ACC college football and basketball games later this year and each season through 2026-2027.
What Is Going On With YouTube TV’s Library Section?
While some YouTube TV subscribers may have noticed a change to their Library section recently, others have had to deal with multiple changes.
Study Highlights FAST Growth in Canada (and Willingness to Cancel Paid Subscriptions)
61% of Canadians surveyed prefer to stream free, ad-supported TV (FAST) content over paying for a subscription, according to a new study.
Telly Begins Shipping Free TVs To Beta Program Members
Telly has started shipping its free 55” 4K dual-screen television sets to those participating in the company’s public beta program.
Want The Latest Apple TV Features? The First tvOS 17 Public Beta Is Now Available
Thanks to the release of the first tvOS 17 public beta, it is now possible to try all the latest Apple TV features before everyone else.
Lionsgate Continues With Plan To Separate Studio and Starz Businesses
Lionsgate has confirmed it is continuing with its plan to separate its studio and Starz businesses into two distinct companies.
How To Watch CBS Sports Network Without Cable — As Cheap As Possible
While CBS Sports Network is available to stream through a number of different live TV services, none of them are particularly cheap options.
The Fox Now App Has Officially Been Discontinued
With the Fox Now app no longer available, users will need to consider using one of the brand-specific apps to access their Fox content.
Google TV and Android TV Users Can Now Stream The Roku Channel
With the launch of The Roku Channel app on Google TV and Android TV, users have another option for streaming on-demand content and live TV.
PS5 Owners Can Still Get 6 Months Of Apple TV+ For Free, But Time Is Running Out (And Yes, It Stacks)
This Apple TV+ promotion has been available since 2021, but time is now running out for PlayStation 5 owners to redeem six months for free.
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