

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.
Android TV Devices Are Safe From Google Assistant’s September Shutdown
You may have heard that Google Assistant is shutting down in early September. While technically correct, the shutdown of the assistant doesn’t impact Android TV or Google TV devices, which…
Disney+ to Morph Into a ‘Comprehensive Membership Ecosystem’ Starting in 2027
It would appear that Disney plans to massively upgrade its Disney+ app beginning next year with the end result being a “comprehensive membership ecosystem” that incorporates all things Disney. What…
Paramount+ Hits 81.6 Million Subscribers Worldwide in Q2 2026
Paramount+ added two million subscribers in the second quarter of 2026, taking the overall number of paid subscribers above 81 million. According to Paramount Skydance, Q2 2026 was also its…
Fubo and Hulu Live TV Hit 5.75 Million Combined Subscribers in June 2026
The combined number of Fubo and Hulu Live TV subscribers in North America climbed to 5.75 million during the second calendar quarter of 2026. The subscriber update was confirmed during…
Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars TikToks Are Coming to Disney+
Disney+ is about to get a massive injection of TikTok content. Thanks to a new content-sharing deal between Disney and TikTok, Disney+ users will soon have access to a selection…
Don’t Stream It, Buy It: The Walking Dead Seasons 1-11 for Just $10 (Digital Bundle)
If you’re tired of paying for a monthly subscription just to stream the original The Walking Dead series, this deal is for you. Right now you can pick up the…
Peacock Has Quietly Launched a New Membership Rewards Program With ‘Epic Experiences’
Peacock is in the process of launching a new ‘Peacock Membership‘ rewards program. As the name suggests, the program rewards subscribers with various perks and benefits. With the program still…
JoySauce’s Free Asian American Network Lands on The Roku Channel
The JoySauce FAST channel is now available on The Roku Channel. The arrival of the new channel provides Roku app users with access to more Asian American and Pacific Islander…
New to Stream This Week on Apple TV, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount+, Peacock, Prime Video, and More (Aug 2–Aug 9)
It’s a good week for TV shows with the return of fan-favorites like Ted Lasso on Apple TV, Futurama on Hulu, and Average Joe on Paramount+. If you’d rather watch…
HIDIVE’s Latest Price Rise Makes It Three Increases in Three Years
HIDIVE quietly increased in price last month. As the price increase took effect at the beginning of July, both new and existing subscribers are now paying the higher rate. What…
Sling TV Ended Q2 2026 With Its Lowest Subscriber Count Since 2017
Sling TV ended the second quarter of 2026 with 1.71 million subscribers. This not only marks a drop on the previous quarter and year, but it is actually the lowest…
Django Unchained, Taxi Driver, and Many More Movies Now Streaming Free on Pluto TV
If you’re looking for a movie to stream for free in August, Pluto TV has added another huge batch to its library. Some of the notable titles to look out…
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