
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…
You Can Now Watch Select HBO Max Episodes Before Subscribing
In the absence of a standard free trial, HBO Max now allows potential subscribers the option to watch select episodes of shows for free.
No YouTube TV Price Increase Coming Soon
YouTube TV doesn’t seem ready to increase the cost of a live TV subscription just yet, in spite of it being around that time of the year.
FandangoNOW & Vudu Merge, Vudu Takes Over on Roku Devices
Following the purchase of Vudu from Walmart last year, Fandango’s two movie and TV rental and purchase services have officially become one.
HBO Max Now Available To Download On LG Smart TVs In The US
LG smart TV owners in the US now have the option of downloading HBO Max and streaming the latest shows and movies directly on their device.
Discovery+ to Arrive on Vizio SmartCast TVs by September
After months of having to wait or use alternate options, Discovery+ will be available to download on Vizio SmartCast TVs in the coming weeks.
AT&T TV’s ‘DirecTV Stream’ Rebrand Is Now Official
AT&T TV is officially being rebranded as DirecTV Stream following confirmation of the deal between AT&T and TPG having successfully closed.
Vizio’s WatchFree+ Gains More Channels & Improved Navigation
Vizio’s WatchFree+ streaming service is getting some improvements and upgrades, including new custom channels curated based on user data.
You Can Delete YouTube TV Recordings, But Not Saved Recordings
YouTube TV subscribers can delete recordings from their library, but probably not in the way they’d expect shows and movies to be removed.
Locast’s Free Local Live TV Lands In Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee is now the latest city in the US to gain the option to access Locast and stream local live TV channels over the internet for free.
No HBO Max For Sling TV In Spite Of Dish & WarnerMedia Deal
Sling TV used to offer HBO as a premium channel, but the option ended following a dispute in 2018. Not much has changed with the new deal.
Hulu Live TV Adds NFL Network & $9.99 Sports Add-On
Following similar moves by YouTube TV, Hulu Live TV subscribers can now watch NFL Network or pay more for a dedicated sports add-on.
Apple TV+ Not The Same As Apple TV: Here’s How They Are Different
Apple TV+ shows and movies can only be accessed through the Apple TV app, but that’s where the similarities between the two services end.
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