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  • 2025 is the Year of A.I. for Real Estate Photographers Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the real estate industry in 2025! Join Dan Smigrod's digital twin as he explores cutting-edge A.I. tools transforming the workflow of real estate photographers, agents, home sellers, and buyers. From automated image editing and virtual staging to predictive analytics and personalized property search, A.I. is reshaping the way we buy, sell, and market properties.

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  • Are you wondering how to:✓ How many days did it take to create a Matterport digital twin of the 400,000 SQ FT Kobe Convention Center?✓ What was the pricing strategy for such a super-large space?✓ In addition to Matterport, what other platforms, cameras and software were used for the Kobe Convention Center?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 at 5 pm ET on Wednesday, 18 December 2024, our guest is:✓ Meidansha Inc. President Daniel BrownOur topic is:✓ How to Create a Matterport Digital Twin of a 400,000 SQ FT Convention CenterDaniel will guide us through the complexities of documenting the Kobe Convention Center — a project that involved four large buildings, requiring unique problem-solving, multiple technologies, and strategic planning. He’ll demonstrate a deeper dive into the tour (than our previous WGAN-TV Live at 5 show), and share insights on the challenges and solutions involved in creating such a large-scale digital twin.Kobe Convention Center Tours by Meidansha Inc. President Daniel Brown1. Example Tours by Meidansha Inc. President Daniel Brown2. Kobe Convention Center (400,000 SQ FT) | Tour byhttps://virtualtour.productions/kobe_convention_center/kkc2024/index.htm3. Kobe Convention Center is a complex of 4 Large Buildings (Here is one of the buildings.)https://3d.walkthroughs.online/show/?m=HDSJBxoVgvu4. Kobe International Exhibition Hall 2 | Includes Scans from a Leica BLK360 G1https://3d.walkthroughs.online/show/?m=V1Tz56PTinoSome of the questions I will ask Daniel:1. Project Origin: How did this project come about?✓ How did you connect with the tourism board for this project?✓ Did they approach you or did you reach out to them?✓ How did you first understand the scale and scope of the project?2. Quoting and Pricing: How did you approach pricing for such a large project?✓ What was your pricing strategy for a project of this scale?✓ Did you charge a fixed fee, bill by the day, charge by the SQ FT?✓ How did you estimate the number of days or resources required for the project?3. Understanding the Client's Needs: What were the use cases for the digital twin?✓ How did the tourism board plan to use the digital twin of the Kobe Convention Center?✓ Was the goal primarily marketing, or were there operational uses as well?✓ Were there specific features they wanted to highlight in the tour?4. Tools and Technology: What software and hardware were used to create the digital twin?✓ Which cameras did you use? (e.g., Matterport Pro2, Leica BLK360, DSLR, 360 camera)✓ What software platforms did you use?✓ How did you decide which tools were best for the project’s requirements?5. Problem Solving: What challenges did you encounter with such a large space?✓ What were the unique challenges with scanning a 400,000 square foot space?✓ How did you manage large open spaces that may not have many visual reference points?✓ Were there any lighting challenges in different parts of the convention center?✓ How did you overcome GPS or connectivity issues while scanning?6. Workflow and Execution: How did you organize the workflow for this large-scale project?✓ How many scanning days did this project require?✓ How did you ensure continuity when scanning different sections of the building over time?✓ What was your approach for balancing speed and quality in such a large project?7. Managing Multiple Technologies: How did you integrate various tools and platforms?✓ How did you manage the use of multiple platforms (Matterport, 3DVista, MPEmbed, Google Earth)?✓ Did you use different tools for different sections of the building?✓ How did you maintain consistency between different types of media (3D scans, photos, 360 panoramas)?8. Deliverables: What was delivered to the client and in what format?✓ What were the final deliverables for the project?✓ How did you package the tour for easy use by the client?✓ Did you provide training or support on how to use and share the digital twin?9. Client Feedback and Results: What was the client’s response to the final product?✓ How did the client react to the completed tour?✓ Were there any follow-up requests or additional features they wanted?✓ How has the tourism board been using the digital twin since its delivery?10. Lessons Learned: What would you do differently if you could start the project again?✓ Were there any surprises during the project that you didn’t anticipate?✓ Looking back, is there anything you would change about how you approached the project?✓ What advice would you give to someone taking on a project of this scale for the first time?Why This Matters for Real Estate PhotographersFor real estate photographers used to documenting homes of 3,500 square feet, tackling a 400,000 square foot project introduces entirely new challenges and complexities. From dealing with large open spaces to managing multiple technologies, Daniel’s experience can offer invaluable lessons for anyone looking to expand their business into larger commercial projects.

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  • Did you know that the We Get Around Network has two different podcast channels?1. WGAN-TV Podcast (Video)- nearly 250 live one-hour video interview podcasts2. WGAN Forum Podcast (Audio only) - 340+ episodes of industry news via A.I. + audio from WGAN-TV Podcast(Podcasts also available via your favorite podcast app.)For the WGAN Forum Podcast, I use A.I. to research, write, voice, and produce the podcast -- all from niche news releases -- powered by Google NotebookLM AI.The entire workflow -- from start to finish -- including publishing to YouTube Podcasts and nearly 20 podcast apps -- takes less 30 minutes.At the Podfest Multimedia Expo in Orlando in 16-19 January 2025, I will speak on this topic:===Effortless Podcast WorkflowResearching, Writing, Voicing and Producing Podcast Episodes from Niche News Releases Using AI(and Publish to YouTube and Nearly 20 Podcast Apps in Less Than 30 Minutes)===If you would like to view my presentation deck and workflow tools, go to:WGAN.info/Podfest2025

  • Are you wondering how to:✓ Create and use a ChattGPT GPT to write blog posts effortlessly?✓ Write client emails and responses faster than ever?✓ Write professional proposals or cold pitches in seconds?✓ Write social media posts?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 at 5 pm ET on Wednesday, 12 December 2024, our subject matter expert is:✓ Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group) Founder and CEO Tom SparksOur topic is:✓ How to Create and Use ChatGPT and GPTs to Help Real Estate Photographers WriteTom will share how he's leveraged ChatGPT and his GPT (trained on his two businesses) to transform his writing workflow. Tom’s GPT has been trained on everything related to his businesses:✓ Website content✓ Proposals and quotes✓ Sample email templates (for responding to RFQs, client inquiries, etc.)✓ Social media posts✓ Marketing materialsExamples of how Tom uses GPT:1. Writing blog posts on various topics effortlessly.2. Summarizing videos for quick descriptions on YouTube or emails.3. Crafting eye-catching YouTube headlines and thumbnails.4. Writing detailed responses to RFQs or proposals.5. Writing cold-call email pitches.6. Creating captions and posts for social media.7. Responding to client inquiries with personalized, professional emails.8. Preparing follow-up emails for prospective clients.9. Writing newsletters or updates for current clients.10. Generating promotional content for new services or products.11. Writing captions and headlines for property listings.12. Drafting FAQs for his website.13. Automating repetitive writing tasks with speed and consistency.Why This Matters for Real Estate PhotographersIf you’re a professional real estate photographer, you know writing is essential for marketing, communication, and building client relationships.With GPTs, you can eliminate the friction of starting from scratch and focus on growing your business.Tom will also share specific examples of how he’s trained his GPT and how you can implement similar strategies to:✓ Save time✓ Increase productivity✓ Streamline client communications

  • Discussion by Google NotebookLM AI of the following Matterport media release

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    Matterport Announces Record Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results1. Record total revenue of $43.8 million, up 8% year-over-year2. Q3 annualized recurring revenue crosses $100 million milestone, up 11% year-over-year3. Net loss improved 14% year-over-year; Non-GAAP net loss improved 80% year-over-year4. Total subscribers grew to 1.1 million, up 25% year-over-year5. Square feet under management reached 47.3 billion, up 34% from prior yearSUNNYVALE, Calif., Tuesday, November 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Matterport, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTTR) (“Matterport” or the “Company”), the leading spatial data company driving the digital transformation of the built world, today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.“I’m pleased to share our third-quarter 2024 results, highlighting our continued success driving efficient growth,” said RJ Pittman, Chairman and CEO of Matterport. “Total square feet managed reached 47.3 billion, up 34% year-over-year, with annual recurring revenue hitting a record $101.5 million, an 11% increase year-over-year,” Pittman added. “Our Fall 2024 Release introduced groundbreaking AI-powered tools designed to elevate digital twin applications and real estate listings. With one-click defurnishing and automated property descriptions from a Matterport digital twin, customers save time, streamline workflows, and enhance their listings. Features like 3D model merge, field tags, and bill-back processing bring unmatched speed, efficiency, and precision to managing spaces at scale for agents, contractors, and enterprise teams alike.”“We believe our innovation pipeline is the strongest it’s ever been, and with customers raving about our Fall 2024 Release, we’re setting the stage for more bold, product-led growth in 2025,” Pittman concluded.“Our strong third quarter performance propelled the company to a new record for total revenue, $43.8 million, up 8% year-over-year,” said JD Fay, Chief Financial Officer of Matterport. “Further, our continued focus on operating expense discipline helped deliver near break-even results, yielding a non-GAAP loss per share of just $0.01. These results demonstrate that customers continue to adopt Matterport while underscoring our commitment to growth and profitability.”Third Quarter 2024 Financial Highlights1. Square feet under management reached 47.3 billion, up 34% year-over-year2. Spaces under management reached 13.6 million, up 22% year-over-year3. Total subscribers reached 1.1 million, up 25% year-over-year4. Subscription revenue of $25.4 million, up 11% year-over-year5. Annualized Recurring Revenue (ARR) was $101.5 million6. Total revenue was $43.8 million7. Net loss of $0.12 per share; Non-GAAP net loss of $0.01 per share, which is a 75% improvement year-over-year8. Cash used in operating activities was $18.6 million for the first nine months of 2024, a 61% improvement year-over-yearRecent Business HighlightsAnnounced the Fall 2024 Release, a groundbreaking suite of new tools designed to reshape the way professionals design, build, and market properties. Through the power of generative AI, Matterport users can now easily reimagine the potential of any space, transforming digital twins from static replicas into dynamic canvases for creativity.Announced that Matterport is contributing to the promotion of digital twin use by Tokyu Construction Co., Ltd., an advanced digital utilization company in civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Matterport's digital twin solutions are used in a wide range of phases of construction projects, including current status surveys, completed form management, streamlining and enhancing the scanning of point cloud data, and facilitating consensus building and communication among construction-related parties.In August, Matterport released its third Environmental, Social, and Governance Report which sets ambitious targets for the Company’s top ESG priorities, including reducing emissions and fostering gender equality in the workplace. The new Report also showcases the Company’s success helping its more than one million subscribers reduce their own carbon emissions by using Matterport’s digital twins to reduce travel to the more than 13 million spaces that are on the Matterport digital twin platform.Transaction with CoStar Group, Inc.Given the pending acquisition of Matterport by CoStar Group, Inc. that was announced on April 22, 2024, Matterport will not be holding a conference call or live webcast to discuss quarterly financial results. Also, in light of the pending transaction, the Company had previously suspended its financial guidance for the full fiscal year 2024 and will not be providing financial guidance for the upcoming fiscal quarter. At a special meeting of stockholders held on July 26, 2024, Matterport stockholders approved the transaction with CoStar Group, Inc.The completion of the transaction remains subject to the expiration or termination of the waiting period imposed by the Hart-Scott Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, and the satisfaction or waiver of the other closing conditions specified in Matterport’s agreement with CoStar Group, Inc. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024 or the first quarter of 2025.About MatterportMatterport, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTTR) is leading the digital transformation of the built world. Our groundbreaking spatial data platform turns buildings into data to make nearly every space more valuable and accessible. Millions of buildings in more than 177 countries have been transformed into immersive Matterport digital twins to improve every part of the building lifecycle from planning, construction, and operations to documentation, appraisal and marketing. Learn more at matterport.com and browse a gallery of digital twins.©2024 Matterport, Inc. All rights reserved. Matterport is a registered trademark and the Matterport logo is a trademark of Matterport, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.---Source: Matterport via Globe Newswire

  • -- 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.

  • -- How can you use the SIMLAB STAGES timeline feature with Matterport?-- How can you use SIMLAB STAGES side-by-side split-screen view to compare BIM to Matterport?-- How can you use SIMLAB STAGES for collaboration and communication with construction stakeholders?-- How does Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES help reduce rework to save time and money?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 Koźlak, 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)

  • -- 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.

  • 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

  • -- Are you a Matterport Service Provider with Facility Management and IoT clients?-- Would you like to learn how SIMLAB SIM-ON powered by Matterport adds huge value to your clients?-- Would you like to offer SIMLAB SIM-ON to these clients (and prospects)?-- Would you like to receive a deep-dive onboarding demo first?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (special time: 11 am ET and 5 pm in Poland) on Wednesday, 2 October 2024 my guest will be SIMLAB SIM-ON Product Owner/Project Manager Michał Szopa.TopicWGAN-TV | How to Get Started with SIMLAB SIM-ON: a Deep-Dive Onboarding Training DemoHighlightsWe will assume that you are already a pro with Matterport and that you have watched previous WGAN-TV Live at 5 shows about SIMLAB SIM-ON (www.WGAN.info/SIMLABonWGAN).Michał will show us examples of Matterport digital twin powered by SIMLAB SIM-ON and then show us the backend of how these SIMLAB SIM-ON features are added to a Matterport digital twin.Michał will also demo adding Facility Management and IoT features such as:✓ Enhancing IoT Control✓ IoT Control of Hardware✓ Data/Asset Management

  • Lyrics: Do The Matterport Dance! (Download: PDF)

    Credits for Do the Matterport Dance! Song: Performed, Recorded, Mixed and Mastered: J-Savy (Spotify | Fiverr | Instagram) | Producers: Nikita Petrov p/k/a Wendigo and We Get Around Network Founder Dan Smigrod | Instrumental Music License: Wendigo | Lyrics: ChatGPT-4o | Co-Lyrics Writers: J-Savy and Dan Smigrod | AI Prompt Engineers: We Get Around Network Founder Dan Smigrod and ID360 Media General Manager Keith Foster | Executive Producer: We Get Around Network Founder Dan Smigrod | Inspiration: Do the Matterport Dance! Video via Mitch Byrom YouTube Channel; Restoration Operating Software and Big Red 1 Restoration | Special Thanks: Matterport for making the Matterport Pro2 Camera and Matterport Pro3 Camera | Performance and Lyrics: © 2024 We Get Around Network (a division of TERRIFIC! Inc.)Matterport is not affiliated with this song. Matterport is a registered trademark of Matterport Inc. All rights reserved by Matterport Inc.

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    Sing-a-Long: Do the Matterport Dance![Sing-a-Long Video] | [Audio Only: 1x Play] | [Audio Only: Extended Play]Yeah!Whatcha know about The Matterport Dance!?Whatcha know about The Matterport Dance!?Walk up in the scene, Pro Camera in my hand,Gonna scan the space, Yeah, I got it all planned,Set the camera down, hit start on the Matterport app,Now it's time to move, gotta check the map.Gotta stay smooth, yeah, gotta keep it cool,Dodgin’ them reflections, that's the number one rule.Window on the left, picture frame on the right,I’m in the shot, but poof! Yeah! I vanish outta sight!Now slide to the left, then slide to the right,Keep it real slick, keep it outta light,The Matterport Dance! It’s all in the flow,Disappear like a ghost, now let's go!Do The Matterport Dance! Yeah, move out the frame,Dodge that glass, yeah, it's all part of the game. Yeah.Twist. Spin. Slide. Keep your foot in the groove,Watch me get skinny, as I make my next move!Do The Matterport Dance! Yeah, work it out fast,Vanish in reflections, now I’m gone in a flash!Step to the left, then step to the right,Now we’re moving so clean,It’s The Matterport Dance!(Do you know what I mean?)(Do you know what I mean?)It’s The Matterport Dance!(Do you know what I mean?)(Do you know what I mean?)(Do you know what I mean?)They call it "Skinny" when I try to hide,But I get caughta in my own awkward stride.Window on my tail, mirror in the front,I dip. Duck, but I still hit a stunt.Hit the floor. Shuffle back. Blend into the wall.Matterport's snappin’, but I ain’t in the hall.It’s all about timing, gotta move with grace,Gotta stay smooth or I’ll be in the space!Now slide to the left, then slide to the right, yeah.Keep it real slick, yeah, keep it outta the light,The Matterport Dance! Yeah, it’s all in the flow,Disappear like a ghost, now let's go!The Matterport Dance! Yeah, move out the frame,Dodge that glass, yeah. It's all part of the game. Yeah!Twist. Spin. Slide. Keep your foot in the groove,Watch me get skinny, as I make my next move!Do The Matterport Dance! Yeah, work it out fast,Vanish in reflections, now I’m gone in a flash!Step to the left, then step to the right,Now we’re moving so clean,It’s The Matterport Dance!(Do you know what I mean?)(Do you know what I mean?)It’s The Matterport Dance!(Do you know what I mean?)(Do you know what I mean?)(Do you know what I mean?)When I need the tips, tell me where do I go?WGANForum.com, they run the show.Scan like a Pro, yeah, I’m all in the zone,Get the latest tricks, so I’m never scannin’ alone.We Get Around, Yeah! They got insight,From cameras to software, Yeah, they keepin’ it tight.It’s the place to be if you’re all in the game,WGANForum.com, remember the name!Mirror mirror on the wall,You can't catch me. Yo! I’m way too small.We do The Matterport Dance!And we slide out of view.We mastered the steps, hommie. That's how we do!Now do The Matterport Dance! Yeah! Y'all know the drill.Hide from the lens with those ninja-like skills.Slide! Twist. Vanish like a Pro,In the scan, but invisible, watch me go! Watch me go!Do The Matterport Dance!! Yeah, work it out fast,Vanish in reflections, now I’m gone in a flash!Step to the left, and step to the right,Now we’re moving so clean,It’s The Matterport Dance! It's a whole new scene!Now slide to the left, then slide to the right,Keep it real slick, we keep it outta light,The Matterport Dance! If you’re ready, let’s go.It’s The Matterport Dance! Y'all. Act like you know.You know. You know. Know. Know.

  • www.SIMLABinc.com | www.SIM-STAGES.com

    -- Are you thinking about adding STAGES by SIMLAB to your Matterport digital twins?-- Do you have a client in the AEC space that uses Matterport that wants to add STAGES?-- Would you like a deep-dive onboarding demo of Matterport + STAGES by SIMLAB?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (special time: 11 am ET and 5 pm in Poland) on Wednesday, 18 September 2024 my guest will be SIMLAB STAGES Product Owner Robert Czarlewski.TopicWGAN-TV | How to Get Started with SIMLAB STAGES: a Deep-Dive Onboarding Training DemoHighlightsWe 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).Robert will show us examples of Matterport digital twin powered by SIMLAB STAGES and then show us the backend of how these SIMLAB STAGES features are added to a Matterport digital twin.Robert will show us 7 Basic Features of SIMLAB STAGES:✓ Feature 1: Creating an Organization"The first step when using Stages is to create an organization. The organization serves as your workspace, where all your projects are stored, and licenses are tied to the organization. Therefore, it’s a crucial part of the environment setup."✓ Feature 2: Creating a Project"After setting up the organization, the next step is creating a project. Each project can include various components, such as scans, notes, and other materials. I’ll show you how to create a new project step by step."✓ Feature 3: Adding Components (Matterport Scans) to a Project"Once the project is created, the next step is adding components, such as scans. This is a fundamental part of building a project in Stages, so it’s essential to know how to do it correctly."✓ Feature 4: Matterport Scan Synchronization"Scan synchronization is a critical process. In this step, it’s important to define the synchronization points in locations that are as far apart as possible and, if possible, at different heights. The first scan should be manually marked as synchronized, creating what we call a 'reference scan.' You can verify the synchronization quality using the split screen tool, and if necessary, remove and repeat the synchronization."✓ Feature 5: Adding Notes"You can add notes to each project, which allows for better documentation and team collaboration. Now, I’ll show you how to do that."✓ Feature 6: Attaching Materials to Notes"You can enhance your notes by attaching additional materials, such as images or files. This is a very useful feature that provides more information in your notes."✓ Feature 7: Sharing Projects"Lastly, we’ll cover how to share projects. You can invite other users to collaborate, assign them roles, and manage access. I’ll show you how to send invitations and manage roles within the project."Robert will also show additional features and tips and tricks:✓ Feature 8: Generating Reports"In Stages, you can generate detailed reports from each project. It’s a quick and easy way to present the results of your work."✓ Feature 9: Generating Public Links"If you need to share a project with external stakeholders, you can generate a public link. This is especially useful when you need to quickly share your project."✓ Feature 10: System Preferences"Lastly, I’ll show you how to customize the system preferences. You can change the appearance of the timeline, switch between light and dark themes, adjust the units of measurement, and modify the date format."

  • WGAN.info/VSAi

    -- What are the first impressions of Virtual Staging by AI by a REALTOR for Winning Real Estate Listings?-- How does Virtual Staging by AI compare to Virtual Staging by a human?-- Can Real Estate Agents use virtual staging by AI to win real estate listings?Stay tuned ...On WGAN-TV Live at 5 on Thursday, August 22, 2024, my guest is:✓ RE/MAX Results REALTOR and Doyle Real Estate Team Leader Brandon Doyle (@DoyleRealtor)✓ Brandon was one of the first 10 Members of the We Get Around Network Forum in 2014: then know as the Matterport User Group✓ Brandon was previously on WGAN-TV Live at 5: 74 Reasons Real Estate Agents Buy Virtual ToursTopicWGAN-TV | REALTOR Brandon Doyle: First Impressions of Virtual Staging AI for Winning Real Estate ListingsI anticipate the following demo and questions.Demo✓ Show and Tell✓ Should real estate agents offer Virtual Staging?First Impressions and Comparison✓ What are your first impressions of Virtual Staging AI?✓ How does Virtual Staging AI compare to traditional staging by humans?✓ How has Virtual Staging AI evolved recently, and what advancements do you foresee?Practical Applications and Effectiveness✓ Can Virtual Staging AI help agents win listings?✓ Would you use Virtual Staging AI for empty listings, poorly furnished rooms, or decluttering?✓ How quickly can Virtual Staging AI deliver results compared to bespoke virtual staging?✓ Are there specific property types or markets where Virtual Staging AI is particularly effective?✓ How do you communicate the use of Virtual Staging AI to clients and buyers?Agent Adoption and Strategy✓ Should agents use Virtual Staging AI themselves or rely on their photographers?✓ How would you implement Virtual Staging AI across your team of agents?✓ How does Virtual Staging AI fit into your overall marketing strategy?Costs and Value✓ What are you willing to pay for Virtual Staging AI as an add-on service?✓ Can Virtual Staging AI influence how buyers perceive a property's value?✓ How would you measure the success of Virtual Staging AI in your listings?Impact and Future Outlook✓ What are the benefits of Virtual Staging AI from an agent's perspective?✓ How does Virtual Staging differentiate an agent in the market?✓ Have you noticed any changes in buyer engagement or the sales cycle since using Virtual Staging AI?✓ How do you see Virtual Staging AI impacting the future of real estate marketing?Features and Limitations✓ What does "Decluttering Included" and "Unlimited Revisions" mean in the context of Virtual Staging AI?✓ What are the potential drawbacks or limitations of Virtual Staging AI?✓ Can Virtual Staging AI fully replace physical staging, or is it a complementary tool?---Special Offer for We Get Around Network Standard Members✓ Receive the free use of Virtual Staging AI (VSI) Standard Plan for 12 months✓ WGAN Standard Member? Receive VSI Benefit (To receive the password, please Private Message @DanSmigrod)✓ Virtual Staging AI Standard Plan includes:✓ 20 photos per month✓ Unlimited renders✓ All room types and styles✓ Decluttering included✓ No watermark✓ Less than 30 second turnaround✓ Image storage forever

  • Hi, I'm the digital twin of Dan Smigrod, the Founder of the We Get Around Network Forum. I have the privilege of delivering a message that's close to Dan's heart on a very special occasion.It's hard to believe that it's been 10 years since the first post was made in the We Get Around Network Forum. On August 19, 2014, we began this journey with a simple idea: to create a space where we could all share knowledge, help each other grow, and shape the future of real estate together.Today, with 101,000 posts among 18,000 topics, it's clear that the WGAN community has not only fulfilled that vision but has surpassed every expectation.To our 15,000 members and guests who visit the WGAN Forum each month: You are the heart of this community. Your contributions, your willingness to help one another, and your shared passion have built the world's largest knowledge base of its kind.It's your giving and getting of help that have made the WGAN Forum the best PropTech community for Matterport and related digital twin creators and providers.To our marketing partners: Your support has been instrumental in allowing this platform to remain free for nearly everyone. By embracing our community, you've enabled us to continue growing, innovating, and making a real impact. We're incredibly grateful for your ongoing partnership.As we look to the future, I want to acknowledge the role of AI in our continued evolution. We see the potential of AI to transform how we create, share, and experience digital twins. The WGAN community will continue to explore and push the boundaries of what's possible.In closing, I want to say this: you matter. These two words have guided our community from the very beginning, and they will continue to do so as we move forward.And, while it is our 10th birthday, We Get Around Network Forum Members get the gifts.To receive an all access pass to the WGAN-TV Training Academy for 12 months, go to: www.WGAN.info/birthday by December 31, 2024.Use coupon code: birthday. No credit card necessary. Not yet a WGAN Forum member? Go to: www.JoinWGAN.com It's free to join. And, you will receive 50+ free membership benefits simply for joining.Thank you! Merci. Gracias. ありがとう. Дякую. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. Here's to the next 10 years of community, innovation and collaboration.

  • www.WGAN.INFO/VSAi

    -- Why offer real estate agents an Add On bundle of a virtual staging by AI?-- How do you roll-out virtual staging powered by AI to your real estate agent clients?-- Can you really get virtual staging done within 30 seconds versus 1-2 days of bespoke virtual staging?-- What are some pricing strategies to charge for virtually staged images by AI?On WGAN-TV Live at 5 on Thursday, August 15, 2024, my guest is:✓ Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group) Founder and CEO Tom Sparks (b]@ScanYourSpace[/b])TopicWGAN-TV | A Real Estate Photographer's Perspective on Why and How to Offer Virtual Staging Powered by AII will ask Tom to show us how he creates virtual staging powered by AI of residential real estate and to tell us how and why real estate photographers should offer virtual staging powered by AI:✓ Why offer real estate agents an Add On bundle of a virtual staging by AI?✓ How do you roll-out virtual staging powered by AI to your real estate agent clients?✓ Can you really get virtual staging done within 30 seconds versus 1-2 days of bespoke virtual staging?✓ What are some pricing strategies to charge for virtually staged images by AI?✓ In addition to bespoke virtual staging✓ For empty listings✓ For badly furnished listings✓ To declutter rooms✓ Why should a photographer offer virtual staging?✓ Why a photographer that is presently outsourcing virtual staging should try Virtual Staging AI?✓ What are the benefits of virtual staging from a real estate agent's perspective?✓ What are suggested pricing strategies for real estate photographers to charge real estate agents?✓ Why should virtual staging be included in a real estate photographer's bundles?✓ Should virtual staging - and virtual decluttering - be offered as an Add On (or no charge)?✓ How does virtual staging differentiate a real estate photographer?✓ What does "Decluttering Included" mean?✓ What does "Unlimited Revisions" mean?✓ How to get the best virtual staging results with Virtual Staging AI?Special Offer for We Get Around Network Standard Members✓ Receive the free use of Virtual Staging AI (VSI) Standard Plan for 12 months✓ WGAN Standard Member? Receive VSI Benefit (To receive the password, please Private Message @DanSmigrod)✓ Virtual Staging AI Standard Plan includes:✓ 20 photos per month✓ Unlimited renders✓ All room types and styles✓ Decluttering included✓ No watermark✓ Less than 30 second turnaround✓ Image storage forever

  • www.HamptonTour.com | www.WGAN.info/HamptonTourVideo

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    -- How Was this 3D Tour Created? www.HamptonTour.com-- How did this multimedia digital twin project come about?-- How is the tour client being used by the client: Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau?Stay-tuned...On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 8 August 2024, my guests are:1. Home3D.us 3D/360º Virtual Tour Creation and Consultant Kevin Dole (@Home3D);2. Home3D.us 3D/360º Virtual Tour and Aerial Content Creator Eric Dole; and3. Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau Director Mary FugereAfter a demo of this multimedia 3D digital twin Tour (www.HamptonTour.com), here sre some of the questions that I anticipate asking these questions.QuestionsFor Mary ...✓ How is the Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau using www.HamptonTour.com?✓ How else is the Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau using www.HamptonTour.com?✓ What was the primary use case(s) that inspired you to seek-out a tour like this?✓ How will Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau measure results of www.HamptonTour.com?✓ How did this multimedia digital twin project come about?✓ What was the RFP process for Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau to source a vendor for this project?✓ Can you explain the competitive bid process for this project?✓ How close was Home3D.us delivering your vision with www.HamptonTour.com?For Kevin ...✓ How did you learn about the Request For Proposal (RFP)?✓ What was the process for responding to the RFP?✓ With so many variables, what was your budgeting process?✓ Were there change orders involved in the creation of this tour?✓ What challenges did the team run into and how were they solved?✓ What was the timeline for the creation of this project?For Kevin and Eric ...✓ What tools were used to create this tour?-- Including a discussion of .glb and .gltf-- Can you speak to aerial, photogrammetry and Metashape?-- Can you speak to 3DVista's feature for creating "sequences" and how this was used in the tour?-- How/where is this tour hosted (and why)?✓ Who created what in this tour?Eric ...✓ How were the fly-through videos created?✓ How was the 3D map created?For Kevin ...✓ Kevin, you did a post in the We Get Around Network Forum titled: Matterport, 3DVista and a hammerPlease explain what you meant by hammer saying: "To a man with a hammer, everything looks like a nail."✓ Your thoughts about Matterport versus 3DVista or Matterport plus 3DVista?✓ How can a Matterport Service Provider collaborate with Home3D.us on projects like this in their market?✓ What else should we talk about: www.HamptonTour.com---Questions from WGAN Forum Member @JamesG✓ Did you keep track of how many hours was spent creating this project and where those hours were spent? (ie. 3D scanning, shooting aerial photos/video, photo editing, meeting/planning with Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau, etc.)✓ How does this tour do on VR platforms? What are your general thoughts on the future of virtual tours in regards to VR?✓ Any tips, advice, or strategies you would care to share regarding the selling/marketing of these types of virtual tours?Question from @Ron0987✓ How did they balance content sized 3D models and video so as not to have any issues on 3DVista band width. What size 3D model and setting in 3DVista to achieve this good resolution on the final product and any tips they can pass on. Would they be willing to share final file size of the completed model?

  • -- How do you publish to Google Street View from a multi-floor Matterport virtual tour?-- What are Google Street View "blue lines" and how can they be updated?-- How can you improve the "walk around" experience of a Google Street View tour?On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (1 pm ET / 5 am Brisbane, Australia) on Thursday, July 18, 2024, by guest is: Wingman Media Brisbane Owner Michael Lysov (@WingMan)[Note: Special time for this episode: 1 pm Eastern Time (ET)]TopicWGAN-TV | How to Publish to Google Street View from Matterport; Plus, 10 GSV FAQ Pro Tips for Common Problems (Solved)Here some of the questions that I will ask Mike to help get to at least 10 Google Street View Pro Tips for Matterport Service Providers that use the Matterport Add On for Google Street View:Questions | Demo1. How do I publish a Matterport tour to Google Street View?2. How do I publish a Matterport tour with multiple floors to Google Street View?3. How do I only publish some scans in my Matterport tour to Google Street View?4. How do you un-publish a Google Street View tour using Matterport Workshop GSV Add On?5. When you publish to Google Street View from Matterport, how are stairs handled?6 How do I switch to publishing the same tour via the Client's Google Street View account?7. What are chevrons on Google Street View?8. How do you designate floors on Google Street View? What are: GL, L1, L2, L3?9. Is there a difference between Google Maps and Google Street View regarding virtual tours?Questions | No Demo10. I see 360s from my Matterport tour on Google Street View, but the [b]360s are not linked. Now what?11. I published my Matterport tour to GSV successfully, but it does not show up on "blue lines" Now what?12. I published my Matterport tour to Google Street View, but it only shows up as Private. Now what?13. How can I update the old Google Street View "blue lines" in front of my client's business?14. What is a Google Business Listing and how do I help my clients get it?15. What's the difference between a Google business Profile and a Google Profile (without ID)?16. Can I publish Matterport 360 Views to Google Street View or just Matterport 3D Scans?17. Does the Matterport blur tool work with Google Street View?18. My Google Street View tour has too many links?19. How do you add a customer logo in the nadir (bottom of tour)?20. When and why do you use Pano2VR?21. What's a Place ID?22. When and why does it matter if a GSV tour has a Place ID?23. How do you become a Google Street View Trusted Photographer via Matterport? (Schrodinger's Cat?)24. Advantages and disadvantages of using Matterport or Pano2VR to publish to Google Street View?Questions | Money and Pricing25. Does Google Street View charge for tours published to Google Street View?26. Does Matterport charge for publishing Matterport tours to Google Street View?27. As a photographer, do you charge for publishing to Google Street View?28. Should I charge for maintenance and support (recurring fee) when I publish client's tours to GSV?29. Anything else about Matterport publishing to Google Street View?30. Anything else about publishing to Google Street View in general?

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    About Wingman Media Brisbane360 degree Property & Business Virtual Tours Service provider. 360 & business keywords & product photography.Matterport Service Partner with a Matterport Pro2, Matterport Pro3 cameras and a Leica BLK360 LiDAR scanner. Google Trusted Photographer for business tours for Google maps. Google My business listing audit. Licensed drone pilot. www.WingmanMedia.com.au

  • www.Urbanimmersive.com

    -- Are you seeking an easy add-on of photo books and 1-sheets?-- How do you simplify your workflow providing clients with fliers and mailings from your images?-- What is a print media editor platform and how can it help you make money?On Thursday, July 11, 2024 on WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET), my guests are:✓ Urbanimmersive Inc. Director of U.S. Operations and Imaging Services Craig Pittelli✓ Urbanimmersive Inc. Executive Vice-President François-Hugues LibergeOur TopicWGAN-TV | Easy Add Ons: Photo Books, Brochures, Flyers and Mailings via Urbanimmersive's UiPrint ServiceTopics Include1. What is Urbanimmersive's UiPrint Service?2. Show examples of finished printed pieces: photo book, brochures, flyers, mailers3. What is the Urbanimmersive UiPrint Media Editor?4. Show how to use the Urbanimmersive UiPrint Media Editor to create: photo book, brochure, flyer, mailer5. Backstory on the Urbanimmersive's HomeVisit (state-of-the-art printing facilities in Chantilly, VA)6. How to include Floor Plans7. How to include stock photos8. How print products are sold and priced9. How sales tax is handled10. How real estate photographers are paid for print products ordered by real estate agents11. How real estate agents can use the Urbanimmersive portal for UiPrint to order print products12. How to leverage print products to differentiate your photography business

  • -- What AR/VR/XR was announced at Augmented World Expo® (AWE) that you need to know about?-- What's the latest on Apple Vision Pro meets real estate photographers?-- Enjoy hearing what's cool in spatial computing?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Wednesday, 26 June 2024, my guest is:✓ Hopscotch Interactive CEO and Chief Media Officer Emily Olman talking about:WGAN-TV - 10 Takeaways for Real Estate Photographers from AWE USA 2024 and its Vision WorkshopSince Emily is a Matterport Service Provider, owns an Apple Vision Pro and is a Co-Chair of the AWE Vision Workshop at AWE USA 2024, she can provide a unique perspective for the WGAN Community.Emily has been a guest on WGAN-TV Live at 5 many times, including:✓ WGAN-TV | Matterport + Apple Vision Pro: Imagining the Possibilities