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There are so many factors here that need to be considered. Is the place you live in rented or owned by your family? If owned, stop worrying about wireless and run some cat6 ethernet cable to each ps5.

If rented, you might still be able to run cat6 in, maybe consult with the landlord.

If running a physical cable isn't an option, then:

First, understand that your router more than likely is broadcasting two different networks: a 2.4 GHz network and a 5 GHz network. The 5 GHz network is going to theoretically be faster, but the signal will not reach as far. The 2.4 network is theoretically slower, but reaches further. Since signal strength is a concern here, make sure each console is connected to the 2.4 network.

But wait, there's more! (RIP Billy Mays).

There's a possibility that you're experiencing interference, especially if your home is close to another's (e.g., an apartment). You'll want to use an app like WiFi Analyzer and take a look at what channel your 2.4 network and other 2.4 networks in the area are using. For example, if both you and your neighbor are broadcasting on channel 1, you're probably experiencing interference, which is degrading your experience. In the 2.4 GHz spectrum, there are 3 non-overlapping channels: 1,6, and 11. If a neighbor is on channel 1, use channel 6. If another neighbor is on channel 6, use channel 11. If other neighbors are using 1, 6, and 11, try to pick a different channel that's furthest away from one in use.

Now, we've got that settled. Still having issues after all of this? See my next comment

get one of those small flat heads like this one and try to pry it out

https://www.amazon.com/USB-Microphone-Condenser-Headphone-Streaming/dp/B09F3KNCSY/ref=sr\_1\_3?crid=2HH87O9MAXLYE&keywords=usb+microphone&qid=1651278619&sprefix=usb+microphon%2Caps%2C292&sr=8-3

I THINK this is what you need.

This TV seems to be for the UK or Europe googling it, so it’s a shot in the dark for me. But this looks to be it. Look around for others I’m case I got the M-F side wrong.

Thats an IR receiver it can help remotes commands be more easily seen by the TV. (Infrared Resources External Universal IR Receiver Extender for VERIZON FIOS, SA/Cisco Explorer, Comcast, Samsung,PACE,Motorola,Arris, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0107LT77S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TTWPDN3X47H37DZZH96Y?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1)

Hey… Don’t listen to me. I’m an idiot and I was half asleep last night. Been doing some recovery from a few SATA hard drives and immediately assumed it was that. You need something like this for SATA OR something like this for USB connectivity. The latter would probably give you more flexibility imo.

Headphone Splitter Adapter TESmart TRRS Male to 2 TRS Female Headphone 3.5mm Aux Cable, Compatible with PS4 Xbox One Gaming Headset Tablet Laptop Phone PC (Black,1ft) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GS7NFWB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_YC3JSF7CS29PC9F9RKS0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Tccmebius TCC-S865 USB 3.0 to SATA IDE Dual Slots External Transparent Hard Drive Docking Station with Card Reader and 2 Ports USB 3.0 Hub for 2.5 3.5 Inch IDE SATA I/II/III HDD SSD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078M2JZ42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_RG82JJFG24NJ1K8M1CJK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Assuming Android, this is more than likely what you are looking for I believe:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.adm&hl=en\_US&gl=US

Not sure how someone else can follow you besides you giving them access to your account however

Will this fill your needs?

As /u/Key_Bad_6890 suggested, a USB Hub is the solution here.

They're pretty cheap too! Here's a link to a basic one with a few ports on it.

EBay Amazon

These controllers are both compatible, they’re both UK links, for local results google “Controller Board for LTN170X2-L01” if you need any more help, feel free to ask:)

Something like this?

Sounds like you might be a good candidate for Powerline Network Adapters.* Basically they're nifty little gizmos that will transmit/receive data through your power outlets, so that you don't have to run extra cables all throughout your house. In my experience they don't perform quite as well as just running an ethernet cable straight through (I assume that's what you mean when you say "lab cable"), but if you have unreliable WiFi they can be a lifesaver. I use a powerline connection to connect my entertainment center to my router and I have enough bandwidth to reliably stream 4K on my Roku.

*Disclaimer: The product I linked you was just so you could see what they are and what they look like - I have no idea if that specific brand/model is any good or not. There are several companies which make powerline adapters so do some research/read some reviews.

>IDE to USB

How do I know the inches? Because I use this but the connector of the hard drive is much bigger: https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Adapter-Converter-Drives-Laptop/dp/B01AW40QZW/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=UGREEN+USB+3.0+a+IDE&qid=1603632578&sr=8-3

I’m sure someone sells the shell, but a white console skin would be much more worthwhile. Here’s one fitted for the PS4 Pro, and here’s one fitted for the PS4 Slim. Hope this helps.