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  • -- Are you a real estate photographer thinking about adding Matterport?-- Are you in a completely unrelated career and thinking about making the leap?-- How did an Independent Financial Advisor transition to offering Matterport and related services?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 7 November 2024, my guest is Meidansha Inc. President Daniel Brown:WGAN-TV-Daniel Brown with Meidansha: My Journey as a Matterport Service ProviderDaniel will tell us about his Matterport Service Provider journey, plus I will ask Daniel what would he do differently with if adding Matterport today.Some of the questions that I will ask Daniel:1. Tell us about Meidansha today: Services Offered | Categories of Clients |2. When/Why did you buy: Matterport Pro2 Camera, Leica BLK360 G1, Insta360 (R One, x3, x4), Ricoh Theta Z13. Other related camera gear? Drone?4. Deeper dive into Matterport and related services5. About the journey as a MSP: how did you learn about Matterport? When? How did you get started?6. If you were starting today with Matterport, what would you do differently?7. Matterport related tips for developing business (new business and client retention)8. Talk us through some of your tours:Example Tours by Meidansha Inc. President Daniel BrownKobe Convention Center (400,000 SQ FT) | Tour byhttps://virtualtour.productions/kobe_convention_center/kkc2024/index.htmKobe Convention Center is a complex of 4 Large Buildings (Here is one of the buildings.)https://3d.walkthroughs.online/show/?m=HDSJBxoVgvuKobe International Exhibition Hall 2 | Includes Scans from a Leica BLK360 G1https://3d.walkthroughs.online/show/?m=V1Tz56PTinoDaniel John Brown✓ Meidansha Inc. President✓ LinkedIn: Daniel John Brown✓ Daniel Brown on Flickr

  • www.GOiGUIDE.com | www.WGAN.INFO/iGUIDEonWGAN

    -- How does the new iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System compare to the PLANIX Pro and PLANIX Core?-- In addition to residential real estate, what are other use-cases?-- What to see a demo of the iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System?Stay tuned ...On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, my guests will be:1. Planitar Inc. (iGUIDE) Product Marketing Manager Chris White and2. Planitar Inc. (iGUIDE ) Manager, Product Management Marcus DoranWGAN-TV | New! iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System for Residential Real Estate Photographers, Design & Build and Insurance Adjusters (and More)Topics Include-- A quick overview of iGUIDE [Previous WGAN-TV Podcast shows featuring iGUIDE]-- Demo of the iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System paired with an iPhone or Android (phone or tablet)-- Demo of an iGUIDE shot iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System (and iGUIDE Report)-- Discussion about what went into the camera from a design and build perspective.-- How the design of the camera translates to benefiting the user experience.-- Deeper dive into the tech specs (than the marketing video above)-- How does the R1 compare to previous versions of the PLANIX camera system?-- How does the PLANIX R1 Camera compare to other capture solutions in the market?-- Initial user feedback?-- Deeper dive into uses cases (in addition to residential real estate), including:-- 1. Residential Real Estate-- 2. Architecture & Remodeling-- 3. Commercial Design/Build-- 4. Insurance Claims Documentation and Restoration-- 5. Facilities Management-- Discussion of 2D LiDAR Accuracy + Ricoh THETA X camera + iGUIDE Drafting Team-- Discussion of SLAM technology and Data files available: CAD, ESX, Xactimate-- Discussion of ANSI-Z765-2021 2D floor plans (What is this standard and why does it matter?)You can order the iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System directly from iGUIDE (www.GOiGUIDE.com). Order by Wednesday, 13 November 2024 and receive an extra external battery (6 hour charge). First 100 iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System purchases receive $100 off.

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    Here is the link to register for PMRE 2024 Live Stream + On-Demand.Save $50 with coupon code: WGANSTREAMAre you attending in-person? See you Las Vegas!Best,Dan===============================================================✓ Save $50 on PMRE Livestream/On-Demand with Coupon Code: WGANSTREAM✓ PMRE Desktop App✓ PMRE Registration✓ PMRE Presenters✓ PMRE Agenda✓ PMRE Workshops✓ PMRE Sponsors✓ PMRE 2024 Networking Nightcap Party (Wednesday, November 13, 2024)✓ Venue: Palms Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada (KAOS Showroom)===============================================================About PMRE 2024=====================================Website: www.PMREconference.comEmail: [email protected]=====================================PMRE 2024, the 6th annual Photography and Media for Real Estate Conference, is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together hundreds of the most passionate and engaged real estate photography and media creators from around the world.Since 2019, this conference has become the go-to event for creative professionals in the real estate industry who want to learn from, and network with, other like-minded individuals. What started as just an idea for an event to network with other photographers has grown to become a marquee event which helps shape the direction of creativity in the real estate media space.Source: PMRE

  • The content was written, produced and voiced by Google NotebookLM AI (https://notebooklm.google.com/).

    So, you are wondering if AI newsfluencers are welcome to attend too?

    The Knight Center for Journalism in the Americas (https://knightcenter.utexas.edu/), in collaboration with UNESCO, is offering a free online course titled "Digital Content Creators and Journalists: How to be a Trusted Voice Online." (https://journalismcourses.org/journalism-meets-content-creators-join-our-free-course-to-become-a-trusted-voice-online/)

    This course aims to bridge the gap between traditional journalists and digital content creators by equipping them with the skills needed to produce ethical and trustworthy content in the digital age.

    The course will focus on building audience trust, navigating the ethical responsibilities of shaping public opinion, and creating compelling content during conflicts and crises, while also promoting media and information literacy.

    The course is offered in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish and will be led by experienced professionals in the field of social media storytelling and journalism.

    The course material is organized into five modules covering topics such as the evolving information landscape, ethical considerations in content creation, promoting media literacy, and the importance of verified information during crises.

  • Listen to a WGAN Forum Podcast summary of the free Hexagon Digital Twin Industry Report for Matterport Service Providers. This WGAN Forum Podcast episode was written, voiced and produced by Google NotebookLM AI.(Tip: How to Create a Free Podcast Episode Like This with Google NotebookLM AI.)Best,DanPrompt to Create this WGAN Forum Podcast show (above):Audience: We Get Around Network Forum Members (professional real estate photographers that create digital twins typically using a Matterport Camera of residential real estate.)Help real estate photographers understand all the other verticals for digit twins. Deep dive into what this Hexagon report is about through the lens of expanding to other verticals to make more money.

  • -- How does Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES help reduce rework to save time and money?-- How can you use SIMLAB STAGES for collaboration and communication with construction stakeholders?– What are SIMLAB STAGES top 5 features and top 5 benefits?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (special time: 11 am ET and 5 pm in Poland) on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, my guests will be:1. SIMLAB Founder and CEO Marek KoĹşlak, PhD Eng.2. STAGES Product Owner Robert CzarlewskiTopicWGAN-TV-Intro to Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES: Construction Progress DocumentationHighlightsWe will assume that you are already a pro with Matterport and that you have watched previous WGAN-TV Live at 5 shows about SIMLAB STAGES (www.WGAN.info/SIMLABonWGAN).Marek and Robert will show us examples of Matterport digital twin powered by SIMLAB STAGES, including these features:1. View: As-Built, BIM, Matterport and 2D Blueprints2. Timeline for Collaboration and Documentation3. Compare View in Split-Screen Model4. Communication for all StakeholdersAdditionally, Marek and Robert will discuss Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES for construction progress monitoring for every phase of a building's life cycle and how the Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES can help you with:1. Time and Cost Efficiency2. Enhanced Decision Making and Communications3. Risk Management and Quality Control4. Business Development and Client Relations5. Historical Documentation and SafetyThis WGAN-TV Live at 5 show is for:1. Matterport Service Providers2. Construction Teams3. Engineers4. Facility Managers5. Property Owners6. Architects and Interior Designers7. Insurance Companies8. Banks (related to construction loans and releasing funds)

  • Matterport Blog (25 October 2024) The Future is Here: Using Generative AI for Interior Design by Google NotebookLM AI

    Prompt by: We Get Around Network Forum Founder and Managing Editor Dan Smigrod | [email protected]

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    Limina Studios, a Dubai-based company, specializes in creating immersive 3D experiences, specifically digital twins of historic sites. Using Matterport's technology, Limina Studios digitally preserved the ancient city of AlUla in Saudi Arabia, allowing viewers to experience the site virtually. Their work earned them the 2023 Digital Twin Awards for the historical category, demonstrating the power of digital twins in protecting and showcasing vital sites. The company sees digital twins as a valuable tool for preserving history, driving interest in historical locations, and streamlining operational processes.

    Linke to: Matterport Digital Twin | AlUla: Wonder of Arabia, UNESCO World Heritage Sitehttps://virtualtours.liminastudios.com/tour/alula?s=3048082c82f4458eb685e5d00a120eff&x=-0.20319341388926596&y=82.3269601278848&m=rj1C3oaPxZe

  • -- What are the Matterport Defurnish Tool and Matterport Merge Models Tool?-- Is AI Property Description another potential add on for Matterport Service Providers?-- What are the first impressions of a MSP about the Matterport 2024 Fall Release?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 at 5 pm ET on Thursday, October 24, 2024, our subject matter expert is:✓ Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group) Founder and CEO Tom SparksOur topic is:✓ WGAN-TV | Matterport 2024 Fall Release: Defurnish; Merge Models; Field Tagging; AI Property DescriptionsTom will show and tell us about the Matterport 2024 Fall Release, including:Matterport Public (Coming Soon)1. Matterport Property Intelligence: AI Property Descriptions Tool - Property Descriptions feature is rolling out by the end of October 2024.2. Property Intelligence: Measurements 2.0 Tool - is generally availableMatterport Public Betas1. Matterport Defurnish Tool - Currently in public beta, to join the Defurnish beta, sign in to your Matterport Workshop account and navigate to the features tab. Toggle on the beta you wish to enable. (If you don’t have access to enable the beta, contact your administrator for access to enable your account.)2. Matterport Import and Export Tags (and Move Tags to Different Model)Matterport Private Betas1. Matterport Merge Tool Currently in a private beta. To show your interest in the private beta, log in to your Matterport Workshop account and go to Settings > Features, go to the Beta Features box, and click Enroll to let Matterport know you’re interested.2. Matterport Field Tags Tool - Currently in a private beta. To show your interest in the private beta, log in to your Matterport Workshop account and go to Settings > Features, go to the Beta Features box, and click Enroll to let Matterport know you’re interested.

  • Discussion based on Matterport Blog Post: The Future is Here: Using Generative AI for Interior Design website by Google NotebookLM AI

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    Matterport Blog (25 October 2024) The Future is Here: Using Generative AI for Interior Design

  • Google NotebookLM AI wrote, voiced and produced this podcast for free in five minutes from the LinkedIn profile of We Get Around Network Founder and Managing Editor Dan Smigrod

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  • Discussion based on ZUANT 3D website by Google NotebookLM AI

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    ZUANT 3D is a service that enhances Matterport 3D virtual tours by adding interactive features like a live receptionist, content billboards, and 3D CAD models.

    The service allows businesses to engage with customers 24/7, shorten the sales process, and reach a wider audience.

    ZUANT 3D website highlights the potential for increased visitor traffic, quality leads, and faster conversions, with testimonials from customers who have successfully used the service.

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    Zuant 3D FAQs1. What is Zuant 3D?

    Zuant 3D is a platform designed to enhance and expand the sales process using Matterport 3D virtual tours. It combines interactive features like live chat, guided navigation, and content integration to create a more engaging and informative customer experience.

    2. How does Zuant 3D enhance Matterport 3D spaces?

    Zuant 3D takes Matterport 3D virtual tours to the next level by incorporating features such as:

    Live Receptionist: Engage with visitors in real-time via chat or video calls.Radar: Identify and focus on your most promising leads within the virtual space.Guided Navigation: Lead customers through curated journeys to highlight key areas and features.Content Billboards: Enhance the tour with specifications, downloadable content, and links.3D CAD Models: Provide detailed views of product interiors, surpassing real-life limitations.3. What are the key benefits of using Zuant 3D?

    Zuant 3D offers several benefits, including:

    Wider Audience Reach: Showcase your products or spaces to a global audience 24/7.Enhanced Customer Engagement: Provide an interactive and informative experience that keeps visitors engaged.Shortened Sales Cycle: Accelerate conversions by providing readily accessible information and immediate interaction.Increased ROI: Extend the value of your Matterport investment by using it for continuous lead generation and engagement.4. What industries can benefit from Zuant 3D?

    Zuant 3D is highly adaptable and can benefit various industries, such as:

    Construction: Showcase properties and building projects to potential buyers.Events & Trade Shows: Extend the reach and impact of events beyond their physical limitations.Manufacturing: Provide detailed product demonstrations and virtual factory tours.Real Estate: Offer immersive virtual property tours for potential buyers and renters.Retail: Create interactive online showrooms and enhance the online shopping experience.Travel & Hospitality: Showcase hotels, resorts, and venues to potential guests and event planners.5. Is Zuant 3D only for existing Matterport users?

    While Zuant 3D is designed to work seamlessly with Matterport 3D spaces, you don't need to be an existing Matterport user to benefit from it. Zuant 3D offers integration and support for getting started with Matterport as well.

    6. Can Zuant 3D help me generate more leads?

    Yes, Zuant 3D is specifically designed to enhance lead generation through features like live chat, lead tracking, and targeted content delivery. This interactive experience allows you to engage visitors, capture their information, and nurture them through the sales funnel more effectively.

    7. Are there any testimonials or case studies available?

    The Zuant 3D website features testimonials from satisfied customers across various industries, highlighting the platform's effectiveness in increasing visitor engagement, generating leads, and shortening sales cycles. These testimonials provide real-world examples of Zuant 3D's impact across different business applications.

    8. How can I learn more or get started with Zuant 3D?

    You can learn more and get started with Zuant 3D by visiting their website, where you can:

    Book a Demo: Schedule a personalized demonstration to see Zuant 3D in action.Sign Up for Free: Explore the platform with a free account.Contact Sales: Reach out to their sales team for inquiries and pricing details.
  • How to Create a Free Podcast Episode Like This with Google NotebookLMHi All,This 9:43 minute podcast episode about greater Chicago-area based 3D RoomScapes was written, voiced and produced by AI in less than five minutes.And, it is free and super-easy.Here's how:1. Go To NotebookLM.Google.com2. Select New Notebook3. Paste your website link (Look for Link-->Website) [Example: https://3droomscapes.com/]4. In the top right, Select GENERATE button (to create Deep dive conversation with two hosts)5. Wait around 5 minutes and it is ready (link or download .wav file)6. If you need to convert the file to mp3 from wave, use this free tool.7. Optional: host on a podcast platform like this. (example)8. Share via social media (including posting in this We Get Around Network Forum post.That's how easy and fast it is to create a free podcast about your website. (Podcast hosted by Google)Questions about using Google NotebookLM to write, voice and produce a podcast episode in less than five minutes?Best,Dan

  • This podcast episode features a Google NetbookLM AI discussion about Matterport + SIMLAB SIM-ON + NETxAutomation Software for helping manage buildings with live data from multiple IoT standards.

    The companies detail how their combined solutions can improve asset management, track maintenance schedules, and provide real-time data through IoT devices. The conversation revolves around SIM-ON, a service from SIMLAB, which uses Matterport 3D digital twins to visualize building data.

    The discussion focuses on a large hospitality company, seeks solutions for managing its company's vast portfolio of buildings and hopes to use Matterport + SIMLAB SIM-ON + NETxAutomation to replace traditional 2D dashboards.

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    WGAN-TV SIM-ON by SIMLAB +NETxAutomation-a Next Level of Interoperability with Building Management System (BMS)

    https://vimeo.com/947190894

  • www.3DtoVideo.com

    -- Are you wondering how to turn a Matterport tour into a silky-smooth video?-- Would you like to easily add a Google Earth Flyover at the beginning of your video?-- Do you want to offer video as an add-on (without shooting video)?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 at 5 pm ET on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, our subject matter expert is:✓ Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group) Founder and CEO Tom SparksOur topic is:✓ WGAN-TV | How to Create a Video from a Matterport Tour with 3DtoVideo.com and Offer as an Easy Add OnTom will show us some examples of 3DtoVideo.com created videos from his Matterport tours (and the various ordering options.Tom will also discuss how to offer videos from Matterport virtual tours as an Add On.3DtoVideo.com creates walkthrough videos from Matterport virtual tours in full HD, 1080p with 60 frames per second in MP4 format.1. The $27 Basic walkthrough videos are created from the Matterport Highlight Reel (all industries).2. The $57 Premium walkthrough videos are created without the need of the Matterport Highlight Reel (exclusively for real estate).3. Walkthrough video from any size Matterport virtual tour.3DtoVideo.com Features1. Licensed Music: (your choice of 60+ options)2. Add: 1 drone video; 1 exterior photo; or Google Earth Flyover video3. Add: a headline (for design options)4. Add: logo (option to animate your logo)5. Fast: one day turnaround Monday through Thursday (closed on weekends)6. Free: 1st Basic Video Conversion ($27 value)Special Offer for WGAN Standard MembersWe Get Around Network Standard Members receive two (2) free Premium videos from one (1) Matterport tour by 3DtoVideo.com ...✓ Branded: One (1) video is with your branding (logo)✓ Non-Branded: One (1) video has no branding (for use with MLS)For clarification, this is the 3DtoVideo.com Premium Matterport-to-Video option at no charge for WGAN Standard Members.✓ 3DtoVideo.com Website✓ 3DtoVideo.com PricingHow to Redeem This Special Offer for WGAN Standard MembersWGAN Standard Members: complete this WGAN Form to Receive This Offer (Private Message me @DanSmigrod for the Password)Not yet a WGAN Standard Member? WGAN Membership Plans | Join as WGAN Standard MemberQuestions? [email protected],Dan

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    Deep Dive discussion based on:

    WGAN-TV | Why Attend Photography + Media for Real Estate Conference (PMRE) | Guest: Photography + Media for Real Estate Conference (PMRE) Owner and Organizer Brandon Cooper | Thursday, 20 June 2024 | Episode: 219

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    Scholarship to provide university students with the opportunity to attend Geo WeekPortland, ME, Thursday, October 10, 2024 – Organizers of Geo Week announced the launch of the Geo Empower Event Scholarship, an initiative dedicated to empowering university students passionate about utilizing geospatial, surveying, mapping, and 3D technology for social good. With a vision to foster an inclusive and diverse community, this scholarship program seeks to nurture innovation, facilitate knowledge exchange, and provide access to mentoring and networking opportunities by selecting university students to attend Geo Week through an event scholarship.“We are thrilled to introduce the Geo Empower Event Scholarship,” said Lora Burns, Senior Marketing Manager and DEI Manager at Geo Week. “Geospatial technology is transforming how we address challenges like environmental monitoring, urban planning, and disaster response. We are dedicated to investing in the next generation of geospatial leaders who will use technology to better their communities, and we aim to provide a powerful platform for mentorship and education early in their careers. This scholarship will empower younger generations seeking access to opportunities in the field.”Geo Week is seeking Geo Empower Event Scholarship applications from students currently studying at a university in the United States who are passionate about applying technology towards positive social and environmental impacts. Three students will be selected as Geo Empower Event Scholarship recipients and will receive a full conference pass to Geo Week, complimentary hotel accommodations, a travel stipend towards airfare, and mentorship matching onsite with geospatial professionals in leadership positions. 

For more information, including full scholarship application details and eligibility, visit the Geo Empower Event Scholarship information page. Applications are due October 31, and Geo Week takes place February 10-12, 2025 in Denver,Geospatial and built world professionals are encouraged to register early to secure discounted conference pricing and to fill out the Attendee Inquiry form for event updates.About Geo WeekGeo Week, presented by Geo Weeks News, was created in response to the changing needs of the built world and geospatial professionals and to acknowledge the increasing convergence of technology. Geo Week’s conference program and tradeshow floor feature commercial applications of 3D technologies, innovations, and case studies in the built environment, advanced airborne and terrestrial remote sensing solutions, smart products for a full project team, and more.Multiple strategic partnerships, including Conference and Event Partners ASPRS and Reality Capture Network, plus Event Partners ISPRS, MAPPS, USGIF, USIBD, and WGIC strengthen Geo Week. Geo Week occurs February 10-12, 2025, at the Colorado Convention Center, Denver, CO. For more information, visit:www.geo-week.com 
 
Geo Week is produced by Diversified Communications’ technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News; Geo Week, Geo Week Newsletter, 3D Technology Newsletter, AEC Innovations Newsletter, Geo Business (UK) and Digital Construction Week (UK).
 
For more information about exhibiting at the Geo Week, visit the Exhibitor Information page or contact Casey Reynolds, Sales Manager, at [email protected] or (207) 842-5624 or Dominique Caron, Account Executive, at [email protected] or (207) 842-5404. For Attendee Inquiries, visit the Attendee Inquiry page or email [email protected]

  • Summary by Google NotebookLM AIText discusses Zillow Group's acquisition of Virtual Staging AI (VSAI), a company specializing in AI-powered virtual staging technology for real estate listings.This technology allows real estate professionals to digitally stage listing images in seconds, eliminating the need for physical furniture and decor. The acquisition is part of Zillow's commitment to digitizing the real estate industry and enhancing the listing experience for buyers. VSAI's technology will be integrated into Zillow Showcase, creating a more immersive experience for potential homebuyers.=============Zillow Group Acquires Virtual Staging AI (VSAI)[From the Zillow Group Website]Zillow Group acquires AI company offering virtual stagingThis technology, which helps real estate professionals create digitally staged listing images in seconds, is the latest way Zillow is elevating the listing experienceZillow Group has acquired Virtual Staging AI (VSAI), a company whose technology helps home sellers, agents and photographers create digitally staged listing images without the need for physical furniture and decor. The acquisition closed Oct. 7, 2024, and the VSAI teams are beginning to integrate into Zillow.We’re excited to bring this technology to real estate professionals as part of Zillow’s broad suite of software and advertising solutions. VSAI offers the next generation of listing innovation to elevate the listing experience on Zillow for home shoppers. Their AI-powered virtual staging technology generates listing photos that are nearly indistinguishable from traditionally staged listings.Real estate professionals can easily upload room photos, select a room type and furniture style, and create high-quality, fully staged images almost instantly with the click of a button, thanks to VSAI’s cutting-edge, interactive technology. Being able to stage spaces and edit the images within seconds eliminates wait time and back-and-forth to implement changes.The acquisition of VSAI underscores Zillow’s commitment to enabling the real estate industry to become more digital, integrated and productive. By leveraging Zillow’s tech, AI and product expertise, real estate professionals can focus on serving their clients with the high-value, person-to-person work that makes a customer experience exceptional.Zillow’s research shows home sellers consider interactive media when preparing to list their home. For example, 71% of sellers say they’re more likely to hire an agent who includes virtual tours and/or interactive floor plans in their services, according to Zillow’s 2024 Consumer Housing Trends Report. Virtual staging gives sellers another interactive media option to enhance their listing.Virtual staging is currently available to real estate professionals through VSAI’s website, and we look forward to offering this tech to agents and photographers through Zillow’s product suite in the near future.VSAI was co-founded in 2023 by Michael Bonacina and Mikhail Andreev. They began working on this technology at Harvard Innovation Labs as students while researching AI and image processing. Most of the VSAI team is based in Munich, and as part of the acquisition, they have joined Zillow’s AI and tech teams to continue developing this virtual staging technology.We’re working to integrate VSAI’s technology into Zillow Showcase, creating an even more immersive listing experience to help clients sell their homes by giving buyers the most realistic, accurate sense of a home before they step inside. Zillow Showcase drives powerful results for agents and sellers — listings using Showcase sell faster and for more money.Zillow is leading the digital transformation of real estate, and we’re excited that the VSAI team and their impressive technology will now be part of this effort.---Source: Zillow Group

  • The text discusses the new features released by Matterport in the fall of 2024, including an AI-powered defurnish tool that allows users to remove furniture from digital twins with a single click.

    The release also features a Merge tool that enables users to combine multiple digital twins, as well as a property description tool that automatically generates detailed, engaging text for listings.

    These tools are designed to benefit real estate agents, contractors, and designers by streamlining workflows, enhancing property presentations, and simplifying complex tasks.

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  • This source is a podcast episode that provides a deep dive into the features and functionalities of SIMLAB STAGES.

    It starts with an overview of what SIMLAB STAGES is and its purpose in the context of Matterport digital twins.

    The podcast then walks through the process of setting up an Organization, creating a Project, and adding Matterport scans to a project.

    It covers how to synchronize scans to create a time-line and compare view feature, and how to add notes and attachments to the scans for communication purposes.

    The podcast then explores the different levels of permissions for users within SIMLAB STAGES and how they affect user access and capabilities.

    Finally, it discusses additional features such as generating reports, creating public links, and the differences between the web and desktop versions of SIMLAB STAGES.

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