So I have an unusual one for ya, and it's LONG! I am looking to use my PS4 on my phone's LTE via tether/hotspot. I'm not looking for opinions on the network, plan, data caps, throttling, or why I should use something else. I have my reasons and have done ridiculously extensive research to determine that this is the right move for me.
What am I after then? I am after a way to take an Android phone and make my PS4 connect to the phone's internet connection WITHOUT using Bluetooth or a wireless hotspot. That's right, I'm looking for a hardwired connection. To be more specific, in addition to a wired connection, I also need a way to charge the phone simultaneously as well.
***NOTE - I do NOT own a PC or laptop***
This makes it even harder, I know.
Now, I've already thought of 3 possible ways to do this, however, I'm unsure if they actually exist...
Thought 1-
Use some sort of 'On the Go' splitter cable. One that is male micro USB that connects to the phone on one end and on the other end splits into two cables, one female micro USB (for charging) and the other a male ethernet cable to connect to either the PS4 or a router. Again, no idea if this exists or is even possible.
Thought 2-
Use a micro USB to ethernet adapter, but I would need a router that could supply POE (or any other way to charge at the same time). I doubt this is possible...
Thought 3-
Find a router that supplies power AND recognizes the phone as a modem both via USB (meaning the USB is the 'input' for the internet and output for power, and it transmits that data like a normal router setup). I think this is the most logical idea, however I am a noob and this would have to be fairly simple plug and play. I've heard of flashing some nonsense about WRT and some program called tomato. I wouldn't know the difference from it or a real tomato. Plus, said router would have to be at/under $100 to justify itself versus just using the simple hotspot. Maybe someone knows what I'm actually referring to
. But maybe this isn't possible under $100 (or at all).
Why this need? For starters, the phone will be on 24/7 as a home ISP modem (hotspot), so it needs to stay charged (and I'm aware of probable battery issues related). But the biggest reason? I want a hardwired setup for latency purposes. (WAIT. I know... I'm crazy. The difference is almost non-existent. Just use it wirelessly. Simple! Yes, that may be what I HAVE TO do, but I wish to not add any unnecessary latency, therefore making the LTE network the weakest link. I understand if you think I'm nuts, but I still wish to be hardwired.)
I really hope this novel (sorry!) makes sense and I sincerely appreciate any input you have. Maybe someone knows a way I didn't even think of? Huge thanks in advance!
What am I after then? I am after a way to take an Android phone and make my PS4 connect to the phone's internet connection WITHOUT using Bluetooth or a wireless hotspot. That's right, I'm looking for a hardwired connection. To be more specific, in addition to a wired connection, I also need a way to charge the phone simultaneously as well.
***NOTE - I do NOT own a PC or laptop***
This makes it even harder, I know.
Now, I've already thought of 3 possible ways to do this, however, I'm unsure if they actually exist...
Thought 1-
Use some sort of 'On the Go' splitter cable. One that is male micro USB that connects to the phone on one end and on the other end splits into two cables, one female micro USB (for charging) and the other a male ethernet cable to connect to either the PS4 or a router. Again, no idea if this exists or is even possible.
Thought 2-
Use a micro USB to ethernet adapter, but I would need a router that could supply POE (or any other way to charge at the same time). I doubt this is possible...
Thought 3-
Find a router that supplies power AND recognizes the phone as a modem both via USB (meaning the USB is the 'input' for the internet and output for power, and it transmits that data like a normal router setup). I think this is the most logical idea, however I am a noob and this would have to be fairly simple plug and play. I've heard of flashing some nonsense about WRT and some program called tomato. I wouldn't know the difference from it or a real tomato. Plus, said router would have to be at/under $100 to justify itself versus just using the simple hotspot. Maybe someone knows what I'm actually referring to
Why this need? For starters, the phone will be on 24/7 as a home ISP modem (hotspot), so it needs to stay charged (and I'm aware of probable battery issues related). But the biggest reason? I want a hardwired setup for latency purposes. (WAIT. I know... I'm crazy. The difference is almost non-existent. Just use it wirelessly. Simple! Yes, that may be what I HAVE TO do, but I wish to not add any unnecessary latency, therefore making the LTE network the weakest link. I understand if you think I'm nuts, but I still wish to be hardwired.)
I really hope this novel (sorry!) makes sense and I sincerely appreciate any input you have. Maybe someone knows a way I didn't even think of? Huge thanks in advance!