WGAN-TV Podcast
WGAN-TV Podcast covers Matterport (and related) digital twin creators and providers shaping the future of real estate today. (Nearly) every Thursday at 5 pm ET, WGAN-TV Podcast airs live (www.WGAN-TV.com) and by the following Thursday, available free on popular podcast apps and YouTube. We Get Around Network (www.WeGetAroundNetwork.com) Founder and Managing Editor Dan Smigrod interviews industry thought-leaders and content creators to provide insights and training. (200+ one hour, live interview podcasts since August 2016). ’’ The We Get Around Network Forum (www.WGANForum.com) knowledge base includes 99,000 Matterport and related posts among 18,000 topics, as of February 2024. The WGAN Forum is read monthly by 14,000+ unique visitors and has 9,000 registered members in 147 countries. WGAN-TV Podcast helps you connect the dots to succeed faster. Join the We Get Around Network community and get connected to what matters to help you succeed faster. It is free to join the WGAN Forum (www.JoinWGAN.com) and instantly receive 50+ WGAN Membership benefits. Info for potential WGAN-TV Podcast guests: www.WGAN.INFO/guest | DanSmigrod@WeGetAroundNetwork.com
Episodes
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
WGAN-TV on Location at Geo Week 2024 | Pitch the Press EventMosaic Co-Founder Jeffrey Martin at Geo Week 2024 Shows Mobile Mapping CameraTranscript- How's it going? My name's Jeffrey Martin. I'm the Co-Founder and CEO of Mosaic.We are a mobile-mapping camera company.Our general thesis is that as computing improves and various algorithms improve, it becomes less and less important to use high-end LiDAR, which is extremely expensive, cumbersome, and hard to use. Companies such as Trimble, Hexagon, and others are stuck in an innovator's dilemma.And we are coming after you because we don't need these extremely expensive lasers anymore.You can achieve even better results in a fraction of the time of data collection using photogrammetry. And in many cases, you can get even more detailed 3D model using photogrammetry. So while we do use LiDAR as well, we take a camera-first point of view.So both with the devices that go on the cars as well as the device on my back, we have extremely high-resolution cameras with very high image quality with a very high level of synchronization and a very good calibration of the optical properties of the cameras that allow users to derive measurements and create 3D models, point clouds, and textured meshes with ease.
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
In this episode of WGAN-TV, recorded on location at Geo Week 2024 in Denver, WGAN-TV Managing Editor and Host Dan Smigrod talks with Cupix Vice President of Product Marketing Chuck Pfeffer. Chuck talks about the Cupix 3D technology platforms, CupixWorks and CupixVista, exploring their applications in construction management, project monitoring, and beyond.Key Points DiscussedCupixWorks: A cloud-based collaborative platform designed primarily for construction management. It enables users to capture, visualize, and track progress in 3D using off-the-shelf 360-degree cameras. This platform supports frequent data capture, integrates various data types (including laser scans and drone data), and facilitates clash detection and issue management through BIM coordination.CupixVista: A forthcoming pay-per-scan solution that simplifies the process of converting 360-degree camera footage into 3D point clouds and textured meshes. This tool is geared towards DIY scanning for a variety of applications, from surveying to facility management, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional laser scanning methods.Technology and Cameras: Discussion on the use of advanced photogrammetry, SLAM algorithms, and AI to create detailed point clouds and textured meshes from 360 video. Cupix primarily utilizes cameras like the Ricoh THETA X and Insta360 models, emphasizing their affordability and accessibility for users.Market Applications: Insights into the "sweet spots" for Cupix's technology, including construction project management, facility renovations, and documentation for insurance purposes. The versatility of Cupix's platforms opens up opportunities for real estate photographers, service providers, and AEC professionals to enhance their workflows and decision-making processes.Future Directions: Chuck shares his vision for the future of data collection and analysis, emphasizing the ease and accuracy of Cupix's solutions. The conversation also touches on the potential expansion into crime scene documentation and insurance claim support, showcasing the wide-ranging applications of 3D technology.ConclusionChuck Pfeffer's insights offer a glimpse into the innovative world of 3D technology and its transformative impact on construction management, documentation, and a host of other industries. With Cupix's user-friendly platforms, professionals across various fields can harness the power of 3D data to streamline their operations, enhance accuracy, and drive decision-making.Thank You to Our GuestA special thank you to Chuck Pfeffer for joining us at Geo Week 2024 and sharing the exciting developments at Cupix. Stay tuned for more insights and innovations from the forefront of 3D technology.For more episodes and exclusive content, visit the We Get Around Network Forum and watch the WGAN-TV Podcast.
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Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
In this WGAN-TV on Location at Geo Week 2024, WGAN-TV Managing Editor and Host Dan Smigrod interviews ARCADUS Co-Founder Javan Clark to explore the groundbreaking partnership among Matterport ARCADUS and RSET. Javan delves into how their collaboration is revolutionizing training for first responders, including police, fire, medical services, and potentially military applications.Key HighlightsARCADUS and RSET Partnership: Clark discusses how RSET complements ARCADUS by integrating Matterport scans into a game-like training environment for first responders. This innovative approach allows for detailed, scenario-based training exercises.Use Cases: The partnership is currently focusing on a fire campaign, assisting fire investigators in reconstructing incident scenes for training purposes. The technology enables the combination of multiple 3D models, including drone and Matterport scans, for comprehensive training scenarios.Benefits for Matterport Service Providers: Clark addresses the ease of use and security as primary advantages for local emergency services using this technology. He also highlights the strategic alliance with Matterport, emphasizing features like unlimited access to MatterPaks and secure data storage on AWS GovCloud.Government Contract Procurement: Through the collaboration with Carahsoft, ARCADUS facilitates the procurement process for government agencies, bypassing the need for extensive bidding processes. Clark’s background in law enforcement and his partnership with Carahsoft and AWS GovCloud offer a streamlined solution for agencies to adopt this technology.Key Questions Answered1. How does the partnership improve training for first responders?2. What are the technological advancements introduced by ARCADUS and RSET?3. What are the specific benefits for Matterport service providers in this ecosystem?4. How does the collaboration with Carahsoft and AWS GovCloud benefit government agencies?ConclusionThis episode provides an in-depth look at how the synergy between ARCADUS, RSET, and Matterport is setting a new standard in training for first responders. With Javan Clark's insights, viewers gain a comprehensive understanding of the technology's potential to save lives through enhanced training scenarios.Call to ActionFor Matterport Service Providers and government agencies interested in leveraging these advancements for first responder training, visit:www.ARCADUS.iowww.rset.comwww.Matterport-comWGAN Forum topics tagged: ARCADUS
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Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
In this WGAN-TV on Location at Geo Week 2024, WGAN-TV Managing Editor and Host Dan Smigrod interviews ARCADUS Co-Founder Javan Clark to find out how ARCADUS is transforming the procurement process for Matterport Service Providers targeting the public sector and large enterprises, offering a streamlined path through the often complex and secure demands of government and big business contracts.Highlights1. ARCADUS's Mission: Javan Clark introduces ARCADUS, emphasizing its unique role in facilitating the purchase of Government cloud for Matterport through partnerships with Matterport and Carahsoft. This collaboration aims to simplify the procurement process and ensure data security on AWS GovCloud, offering a reliable solution for sensitive government and corporate data.2. Solving Procurement Challenges: Clark discusses the intricacies of government procurement, highlighting how ARCADUS enables bypassing the lengthy bidding processes through its partnership with Carahsoft, offering a smoother path for providers.3. Data Security and Ownership: The conversation turns to the paramount importance of data security, where Clark explains how ARCADUS ensures client data is securely housed on AWS GovCloud, allowing clients to maintain ownership of their data, a crucial factor for entities with high-security needs like NASA and the US Department of State.4. Addressing Service Provider Pain Points: The dialogue covers common challenges faced by Matterport Service Providers when engaging large companies and government entities, including security concerns and the benefits of having ARCADUS and Matterport’s solutions engineers facilitate these discussions.5. Broad Market Opportunities: Clark shares insights into the diverse market opportunities within the public sector, from law enforcement to insurance, stressing the importance of identifying and empowering internal champions for Matterport solutions.6. Streamlining the Upload and Contracting Processes: This episode of the WGAN-TV on Location podcast explores how ARCADUS simplifies the upload process to the Matterport for Government cloud and accelerates the contracting process, turning what could be multi-year negotiations into matters of days.7. Navigating Contracting and Compliance Challenges: Clark outlines how ARCADUS assists with overcoming common barriers such as meeting minimum insurance requirements and navigating the complex demands of government and large corporate contracts.8. Expanding Market Horizons for Service Providers: The discussion concludes with Clark encouraging Matterport Service Providers to consider pursuing government and large enterprise clients, highlighting how ARCADUS’s services can facilitate access to these markets.
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Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Episode Overview (Summarized by ChatGPT-4):In this episode of WGAN-TV on Location, we're joined by Kyle Ditto, an enterprise solutions engineer at Matterport, directly from Geo Week 2024 in Denver, Colorado. Kyle provides in-depth insights into Matterport's strategic direction within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry, their advancements in digital twin technology, and the impact of their latest Pro3 camera equipped with LiDAR technology.Key Points Discussed:1. Introduction to Matterport at Geo Week: Matterport's significant presence [10' x 10' booth] at Geo Week 2024 highlights their commitment to penetrating deeper into the AEC industry, including sectors like oil, gas, and utilities. The focus is on the Matterport Pro3 Camera and the ability to generate BIM and CAD files from digital twins.2. Integrations and Customer Workflows: Kyle emphasizes the seamless delivery of BIM and CAD outputs into the Autodesk Construction Cloud, enhancing integration with customers' existing workflows.3. Accuracy and Efficiency: A common query from attendees revolves around the accuracy of Matterport's digital twins. While competitors may offer higher accuracy, Matterport prides itself on efficiency and accessibility, making high-quality digital data more available to a broader audience.Use Cases at Geo Week:1. Facilities Management: Matterport transforms facility management with photorealistic renderings, improving asset location and maintenance processes.2. IoT Integration: The integration of IoT sensor data with digital twins offers a revolutionary way to visualize and address equipment issues within a facility.3. Design and Construction: Matterport aids in creating as-built documentation, monitoring construction progress, and ensuring projects stay on track and budget.The Matterport Advantage: The Pro3 camera's speed of capture and ease of use position Matterport uniquely in the market, catering to users requiring efficient, accurate, and accessible digital twin solutions without the need for specialized training or equipment.Platform Extensibility: Matterport's platform allows for custom modifications and integrations, making it a versatile tool for asset management, documentation, and collaborative efforts in facilities management, design and build projects, and IoT applications.Conclusion:Kyle Ditto's insights from Geo Week 2024 underline Matterport's innovative approach to digital twin technology. By balancing efficiency with accuracy, Matterport is making strides in democratizing 3D data for a variety of industries, simplifying workflows, and enhancing project management and facility operations. The episode sheds light on the future of digital twins and Matterport's role in shaping that future.WGAN-TV on Location Guest: Kyle Ditto, Enterprise Solutions Engineer, MatterportWGAN-TV on Location Managing Editor and Host: Dan SmigrodJoin us next time on WGAN-TV for more insights into the evolving world of digital twin technology and its impact across industries.
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
-- What's it like to drive a car with a high-end 360º camera on the roof of your car?-- How is 360º footage so helpful immediately after a natural disaster?On WGAN-TV on Location at Geo Week 2024 in Denver, I took a spin with the Mosaic X Mobile Mapping 360º Camera and Mosaic Mobile Mapping Solutions Architect Dylan Faraone to find out.See video above.===ChatGPT-4 Summary of this video:In this segment from WGAN-TV on Location at Geo Week in Denver, Dan Smigrod, Founder of the We Get Around Network Forum, introduces viewers to an innovative piece of technology in the field of digital data collection.Joined by Dylan Faraone from Mosaic 51, they delve into the capabilities and functionalities of the Mosaic X camera, a device designed to capture Google Street View-like imagery for private use. This industrial-grade camera boasts six lenses, enabling it to record and stitch together high-resolution, equirectangular panoramas.Dylan explains how the Mosaic X operates in various settings, allowing for sparse or dense data capture, making it ideal for a wide range of applications from utility assessments to roadway condition evaluations. The camera’s design prioritizes ease of use, with plug-and-play functionality accessible through a WebUI on almost any device.This flexibility is highlighted through a discussion on its practical applications, such as detailed assessments following Hurricane Ian, where the camera played a crucial role in damage assessment, building resilience understanding, and informing future building codes.The conversation also touches upon the potential integration of the Mosaic X into the workflows of 3D/360 digital twin creators within the We Get Around Network Forum community. The technology presents an opportunity for these creators to expand their services into large-scale data collection projects, such as those required by construction and civil engineering firms.This segment underscores the Mosaic X camera's significance as a tool for capturing detailed, high-quality data for a multitude of uses, from disaster response to infrastructure development, showcasing its value in both immediate and long-term applications.
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
-- Do you have potential clients calling you at night, weekends and holidays?-- Do you miss out on business because you were not available to answer the phone?-- Do you wish there was an easier way to schedule photo shoots?On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, February 15, 2024 our topic is:WGAN-TV | Intro to Oppy: 24/7 Phone & Web AI Assistant for Lead Capture, Scheduling and Follow-upMy guest is Oppy Founder and CEO Alex Gustafson (@_AG).Among the questions I will ask Alex about Oppy:Oppy's Features and Functionality1. How does Oppy use AI to automate the booking process?2. Can Oppy be integrated with my existing calendar system?3. How does Oppy handle multiple bookings and avoid double-booking?4. How does Oppy's triggered SMS feature work?5. Can Oppy provide insights into customer behavior?6. How does the chat interface enhance user experience?7. How does Oppy's traffic-aware scheduling improve efficiency?8. Can Oppy handle multilingual interactions?9. How does the snappiness filter optimize appointment slots?10. Can Oppy assist with collecting and managing customer reviews?Oppy's Pricing and Additional Services11. What is included in the 100 bookings per month?12. What does "up to 1,000 AI responses per month" entail?13. What are the benefits of having up to 20 active “Oppies” (Assistants)?14. What are the benefits of the Tycoon plan vs Pay As You Go?15. How can Oppy help real estate photographers?16. How are charges calculated for bookings and AI responses above the included amount?17. What are the costs associated with additional Oppy Assistants and phone numbers?18. How does Oppy ensure a seamless user experience on mobile devices?19. Can you explain the pricing structure for blocks of bookings and AI responses?20. What is the process for requesting additional service providers?
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About Oppy (from the [Oppy website)Oppy is a 24/7 phone and web AI assistant for real estate photographers that need:✓ Lead Capture✓ Scheduling✓ SMS✓ MoreYou can set up and share Oppy within minutesOppy was built by real estate photographers tired of losing business and sleep due to mediocre response time. [Oppy is the COO you always wanted but could never afford.]Traffic Aware Instant Booking Explained (Patent Pending)Our Traffic Aware Instant Booking feature is designed to maximize your efficiency and ensure you're always on time. By considering real-time traffic conditions, Oppy schedules showings with enough buffer time to allow for travel. This means no more stress about late arrivals or rushing between appointments. Simply set your availability and let Oppy handle the rest.Snappiness (Patent Pending)We understand how important it is to fill your day with back-to-back appointments - clients don’t. Our booking interface shows clients appointment times that will snap into place before and after existing appointments. Less wasted time means more revenue.Travel Time Based Fees (Patent Pending)This feature encourages clients to book at more convenient times for you. For example, rather than book in the middle of rush hour, clients can book in the middle of the day for a lower rate.About Alex Gustafson (Provided by Alex's Oppy)Alex Gustafson is the founder and CEO of Oppy, an AI assistant designed to help businesses streamline their operations.With a background in technology and entrepreneurship, Alex has always been passionate about finding innovative solutions to common business challenges.He created Oppy with the goal of making businesses better by empathizing with clients, answering questions, qualifying leads, scheduling appointments, and more.Alex believes in the power of AI to transform the way businesses operate, and he's committed to making Oppy a tool that businesses of all sizes can use to improve their efficiency and effectiveness.Contact Info✓ Oppy Founder and CEO Alex Gustafson✓ Phone: 707-309-7373✓ Email: Alex@Oppy.Pro✓ Website: www.Oppy.Pro
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Why does your real estate photography business need an all-in-one platform and a white-label app?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 on Thursday, 8 February 2024, my guest is HDPhotoHub Founder and CEO Herb Dierks (@Herb_HDPhotoHub). Our topic:WGAN-TV | Intro to HDPhotoHub All-in-One Platform and White-Label App for Real Estate PhotographersHerb will show and tell us about HDPhotoHub, including:✓ Why is HDPhotoHub the platform real estate photographers can trust?✓ What services are included in the HDPhotoHub all-in-one platform?✓ A deeper dive into Ordering and scheduling-- customizable shopping cart and order form-- Stripe or Square payment processing integration-- custom pricing features-- service areas-- automate your workflows-- sales and payment reports-- smart scheduling and appointment management-- drive times and shoot duration-- mileage tracking-- Google Calendar integration-- special invoicing✓ A deeper dive into your white-label app-- book new shoots-- reschedule existing shoots-- pay an order balance-- download media to phone camera roll, no zip files-- edit marketing kit materials-- directly share photos and marketing materials via social, SMS and email✓ A deeper dive into The Marketing Kit-- automatically enhance your media deliveries-- fully automated-- branded to your business-- editable and shareable-- property websites-- videos-- social media graphics-- teaser videos-- property flyers-- analyticsContact HDPhotoHub1. Book a HDPhotoHub Demo2. Create a HDPhotoHub Account3. Email: Support@HDPhotoHub.com4. Phone: 509-515-3338
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
WGAN-TV | Maximizing Profit with iGUIDE Instant: The Newest Real Estate Photographer's Solution==================================================================iGUIDE | iGUIDE Instant | iGUIDE PLANIX Camera System | iGUIDE on WGAN-TV Podcast Episodes==================================================================-- Are you a real estate photographer seeking an easy way to create a professional 3D virtual tour and interactive floor plan within minutes and for less than $8?Stay tuned!On Thursday, 1 February 2024 on WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET), my guests are:1. Planitar Inc. (iGUIDE) VP of Marketing Skylar Lawrence-LeBel (@skylarlebel) and2. Planitar Inc. (iGUIDE) Product Marketing Manager Chris White (@Chris_iGuide)Our topic is:✓ Maximizing Profit with iGUIDE Instant: The Newest Real Estate Photographer's SolutionSkylar and Chris will show and tell you about iGUIDE Instant:=======================================================Example of an iGUIDE Instant 3D virtual tour with interactive floor PlanHere is the iGUIDE Instant landing page.=======================================================1. Simplicity at its best: Use the iGUIDE PLANIX camera system2. Speed like never before: It’s called “Instant” for a reason. You’ll get your 3D tour with interactive floor plans in 20 minutes or less.3. Cost-effective: The best part? You don’t have to break the bank. iGUIDE Instant delivers affordability without compromising quality. USD $7.99 per project!We will also discuss the iGUIDE PLANIX camera system that is used to create iGUIDE Instant 3D virtual tours and floor plans.Among the questions that I will ask are:1. How to create iGUIDE Instant 3D virtual tours and interactive floor plans?2. How long does it take to create iGUIDE Instant 3D virtual tours and interactive floor plans?3. How is it possible to charge USD $7.99 for an iGUIDE Instant 3D virtual tours and interactive floor plans?4. Tell us about the iGUIDE Instant interactive floor plan features.-- Room dimensions?-- Add photos and/or video?-- MLS compliant?-- Real estate agent branding?-- Analytics?5. What other floor plan options are available?6. Tell us about the iGUIDE proprietary AI technology7. Tell us about how long it takes to scan a 3,500 SQFT house8. What if my client needs floor plans to include with their listing?9. What is included in the iGUIDE Instant in addition to 3D virtual tour and interactive floor plans?10. Where in the world is iGUIDE Instant available?11. What about accuracy of the iGUIDE Instant interactive floor plans?12. I understand that iGUIDE Instant is limited to properties less than 5,000 SQFT and projects with no more than 75 scans. What if the property is bigger or I need more scans?
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
www.Urbanimmersive.com
-- Are you a busy real estate photographer that would like to get all your digital media solutions from one vendor?-- Are you seeking an all-in-solution that includes online ordering, invoicing and marketing automation?-- Would you like to pay per project instead of a monthly subscription?Stay tuned ...Watch WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 30 November 2023 for:WGAN-TV | Intro to Urbanimmersive Services for Real Estate PhotographersGuests✓ Urbanimmersive Inc. President and CEO Ghislain Lemire and✓ Urbanimmersive Inc. Executive Vice-President François-Hugues LibergeMedia Solutions1. 3D Digital Twins - created from a 360 video camera (super-fast)2. 3D Video Fusion - 360 video immersive integrated within a 3D tour (example)3. 2D Schematic Floor Plans - created from a 360 video camera (super-fast)4. UiMeet3D - Live guided chat within a 3D Digital Twin5. Single Property Websites6 3D Pocket Website7. Premium Photo Editing8. Virtual Staging9. Media Content Delivery Page10. Printing - Photo Books and FlyersBusiness Management Solutions1. Invoicing Service2. Online Ordering and Scheduling Platform3. Appointment Route Optimization4. Photographer Payroll Service5. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) for Sales RepresentativesMarketing Solutions1. eMail Marketing Campaigns2. Automatic Marketing emails3. MarketPlaces4. Website creation and hosting for your CompanyWhat questions should I ask Ghislain and François during this WGAN-TV Live at 5 show?Best,DanUrbanimmersive WebsiteAccording to UrbanimmersiveUrbanimmersive is a comprehensive business management solution for photographers to create 3D virtual tours and property websites.Save money with the new pricing options for property websites and the 1¢/SQFT 3D tours pricing flexibilities.Connected to Urbanimmersive Marketplaces for increased visibility and access to potential new clients.Print Services for new revenue opportunities: Explore opportunities with printed turnkey services.The Urbanimmersive platform caters to photography businesses of all sizes, ranging from individual photographers to enterprises such as HomeVisit, managing over 250 photographers. It accommodates the needs of part-time agents, as well as large agents and brokers with complex payment processes.3D Tour + Floor Plan at Just 1¢/sqftIn addition to fully integrating property website creation into your business's ordering, invoicing, and delivery workflow, the Urbanimmersive platform offers the capability to process 3D tours at an exceptionally low cost of only $0.01 per square foot, ensuring that you only pay for the scan you require.For example, processing a 3D tour and floor plan for a 2,000 sqft house costs just $20. This new 3D pricing structure offers increased flexibility for selling in both small and large environments, while ensuring a higher profit margin. With no strings attached and zero monthly fee, our 1¢/sqft pricing stands as the premier market offering for acquiring both a 3D tour and a floor plan.New Single Property Website Pricing OptionsStarting at just $5 for an Urbanimmersive Pocket Website and $8 for a Urbanimmersive standard property websites, you have the ability to choose from options, ensuring you get the best value for your money.No Contracts or Monthly Fees | Unlimited Team MembersONLY PAY FOR WHAT YOU USE: A monthly subscription model often includes limitations or features you don't necessarily need. Since our establishment, Urbanimmersive has always favored the Pay-Per-Use approach. With Urbanimmersive, you pay solely for the features you use, which is especially suitable for the fluctuating demands of seasonal businesses like real estate photography. We only earn when you're actively engaged in shooting, which motivates us to provide the finest real estate photography platform available
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
-- Before you buy a Matterport Pro2 or Pro3 Camera, do you want to see the post-production workflow for a Matterport tour?-- Are you ready to use Matterport Workshop for the first time and would like to see a deep-dive demo?Stay tuned …On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 2 November 2023, our training show:WGAN-TV | Intro to Matterport Workshop Post-production for First-time Matterport Pro2 and Pro3 UsersOur Subject Matter Expert is Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group) Founder and CEO Tom Sparks @ScanYourSpaceBy the end of this Matterport Workshop Training show, you will know how to publish a branded pubic Matterport virtual tour that has a Highlight Reel and sharing link.Specifically:1. How to set the starting point of the Matterport tour2. How to add Matterport labels3. How to add Matterport MatterTags4. How to create a Matterport Highlight Reel5. How to add Matterport Notes6. How to take snapshots in the tour so that you can download photos7. How to download an auto-generated Matterport video8. How to trim "spray" (top, side and top)9. How to publish a Matterport tour (public, unlisted, password protected)10. How to publish a Matterport tour (branded, unbranded, MLS friendly)11. How to share a Matterport tour via social media (such as Facebook and LinkedIn)12. How to change the details on a Matterport tour13. How to create Matterport folders and move Matterport tours into folders14. how to enable Matterport social sharing and VR sharing15. How to order Matterport schematic floor plans16. How to order a Matterport MatterPak Bundle17. How to enable Matterport tours for Content Distribution for Real Estate18. How to publish Matterport tours to: Redfin.com, Realtor.com and Homes.com19. How to publish a Matterport tour to Google Street View20. How to invite a Collaborator to a Matterport tour or folder (and a best practice tip Matterport will likely not tell you)21. How to enable Matterport automatic face blurring and manual blur brush22. How to enable Matterport Guided Tour Story Mode23. How to enable Measurement mode (and to set measurements to feet/inches or metric)24. How to enable VRBO and HomeAway 360 Virtual Tours25. How to review space statistics26. (and more!)Tom will first show the finished tour and then how he created it.Now, when you receive a Matterport notification that your first Matterport scan has been processed, you'll know what to do!
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
www.WGAN.info/Urbanimmersive
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-- Are you wondering how to create a 3D digital twin faster?-- And how to include 360 video in a 3D tour?-- Are you wondering how to create 2D floor plans faster?-- Or seeking a 3D tour platform without monthly fees?Stay tuned ...Watch WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 26 October 2023 for:How to Scan with Urbanimmersive Ultra-Fast 3D Digital Twins App and 3D Video Fusion + Floor PlansGuests✓ Urbanimmersive Inc. President and CEO Ghislain Lemire and✓ Urbanimmersive Inc. Executive Vice-President François-Hugues LibergeDemo and Discussion1. watch a demo how to scan with Urbanimmersive Ultra-Fast 3D Digital Twins Scanning App (iOS) | (Android)2. see examples of 3D digital twins and 2D floor plans created with the Urbanimmersive App3. Overview of Urbanimmersive platform that includes: no monthly feesWhat questions should I ask Ghislain and François during WGAN-TV Live at 5?Best,DanUrbanimmersive WebsiteAccording to UrbanimmersiveScan a 3D tour and detailed 2D floor plan in less than 5 minutes. Furthermore, Urbanimmersive's platform enables you to utilize an upgraded version of the UiCapture iOS and Android App, designed to employ video recording scanning processes. With this enhanced version, scanning an area of 2,000 sqft will take less than 5 minutes, providing you with a comprehensive, detailed, and printable 2D floor plan. Ideal for clients seeking a floor plan exclusively, the process also generates a video-quality image resolution immersive 3D tour, offering a high-margin added value.About Urbanimmersive (Info from Urbanimmersive)Urbanimmersive is a comprehensive business management solution for photographers to create 3D virtual tours and property websites.Save money with the new pricing options for property websites and the 1¢/SQFT 3D tours pricing flexibilities.Connected to Urbanimmersive Marketplaces for increased visibility and access to potential new clients.Print Services for new revenue opportunities: Explore opportunities with printed turnkey services.The Urbanimmersive platform caters to photography businesses of all sizes, ranging from individual photographers to enterprises such as HomeVisit, managing over 250 photographers. It accommodates the needs of part-time agents, as well as large agents and brokers with complex payment processes.3D Tour + Floor Plan at Just 1¢/sqftIn addition to fully integrating property website creation into your business's ordering, invoicing, and delivery workflow, the Urbanimmersive platform offers the capability to process 3D tours at an exceptionally low cost of only $0.01 per square foot, ensuring that you only pay for the scan you require.For example, processing a 3D tour and floor plan for a 2,000 sqft house costs just $20. This new 3D pricing structure offers increased flexibility for selling in both small and large environments, while ensuring a higher profit margin. With no strings attached and zero monthly fee, our 1¢/sqft pricing stands as the premier market offering for acquiring both a 3D tour and a floor plan.New Single Property Website Pricing OptionsStarting at just $5 for an Urbanimmersive Pocket Website and $8 for a Urbanimmersive standard property websites, you have the ability to choose from options, ensuring you get the best value for your money.No Contracts or Monthly Fees | Unlimited Team MembersONLY PAY FOR WHAT YOU USE: A monthly subscription model often includes limitations or features you don't necessarily need. Since our establishment, Urbanimmersive has always favored the Pay-Per-Use approach. With Urbanimmersive, you pay solely for the features you use, which is especially suitable for the fluctuating demands of seasonal businesses like real estate photography. We only earn when you're actively engaged in shooting, which motivates us to provide the finest real estate photography platform available
Sunday Oct 01, 2023
Sunday Oct 01, 2023
-- Are you thinking about buying a Matterport Pro3 Camera?-- Have you bought a Matterport Pro3 Camera and seek training to help you succeed faster?Stay-tuned!Today, Thursday, September 28, 2023 on WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET), our topic is:WGAN-TV | Matterport Pro3 Camera Training: Getting Started with Matterport Scanning (Capture)Our Subject Matter Expert is Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group) Founder and CEO Tom Sparks @ScanYourSpaceMatterport Pro3 Camera Training Includes1. Matterport Pro3 Gear | Minimum2. Matterport Pro3 Gear | Nicely Loaded3. Gear Set-up4. Scanning5. Where to Stand While Scanning (Capture)6. Trimming7. Common Error Messages8. Uploading9. Other things you can do on iPad
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Dan Smigrod
www.WGAN.info/DanSmigrod
Sunday Sep 24, 2023
Sunday Sep 24, 2023
-- Are you thinking about buying a Matterport Pro3 Camera?-- How did a Matterport Service Provider end-up buying six Matterport Pro3 Cameras?-- And, why plans for replacing 4 Matterport Pro2 Cameras with Matterport Pro3 Cameras?On WGAN-TV Live at 5 on Thursday, 21 September 2023, my guest is: Spaces & Places and G-Force Owner Marcel Gyswyt. [@MarcelG]✓ WGAN-TV | Marcel Gyswyt: My Journey as a Matterport Pro3 Service ProviderI will ask Marcel about his journey for his two Matterport Service Provider businesses that use six Matterport Pro3 Cameras -- and plans to replace four (4) more Matterport Pro2 Cameras with Matterport Pro3 Cameras. I will also ask Marcel when Matterport first showed up on his radar and how his businesses grew.If you are thinking about buying a Matterport Pro3 Camera, understanding Marcel's journey may be helpful to you.About Spaces & PlacesGolden Valley, Minneapolis-based Spaces & Places is a Matterport Service Provider with team members across America.About G-ForcesiGolden Valley, Minneapolis-based G-Forcesi specializes in commercial and multi-location businesses including national banks, auto parts stores, restaurants and other retailers. G-Forcesi has done thousands of Matterport scans.G-Forcesi is an on-demand field service resource that focuses on labor intensive initiatives that are critical but not core to its clients business. G-Forcesi provides installation, survey and fulfillment services for large scale retailers, banks or restaurants.According to its website, G-Forcesi provides "site intelligence to get things done" with "rapid, reliable deployment, anywhere you do business."Use Cases Include1. Program Fulfillment – Rapidly and accurately deploy graphics, fixtures and signage installation2. Remodels and Retrofits - A) Use precise dimensions to create design options, develop estimates and build your plan; B) Apply to any project from a full rebuild to individual updates (floors, paint, lighting, windows, etc.)3. Space and Safety Planning - A) Customize your signage, design and lighting by examining the space from every angle; B) Update your security plans and share with first responders4. Quality Control - A) Evaluate recent changes via a complete virtual walk-through of every location; and B) Share tours with your clients or leaders to quickly gain alignment5. Insurance and Financial Analysis - A) Document spaces for insurance record-keeping and claims; B) Audit locations for cost segregation and financial planning needs6. Site Showcase - Create a virtual open house of any location and share via the web or social media, available 24 x 7 x 365 from any deviceWhat does all that mean and how does that translate to buying three Matterport Pro3 Cameras?
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
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Are you a USA-based real estate photographer that shoots 3D or 360 virtual tours and would like to fill gaps in your shooting schedule?Watch WGAN-TV Live at 5 on Thursday, 7 September 2023 with my guest LCP Media Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Wojciech Kalembasa discussing:✓ WGAN-TV | USA Real Estate Photographers (DSLR, 360 Camera) Wanted for Large-Scale LCP Media ProjectsIn addition to DSLR-shot 360s, LCP Media 360 tour creation supports these 360 cameras:1. Ricoh Theta Z12. Ricoh Theta X3. Ricoh Theta V4. Insta360 ONE RS 1"5. Insta360 X3You may have seen LCP Media Photographer Wanted posts in the We Get Around Network Forum, including:✓ Real Estate Photographers Needed Nationwide! (Ongoing Large Projects)✓ Photographers with Ricoh Theta Z1s needed nationwide (Ongoing projects)I will ask Wojciech to tell us about these large-scale LCP Media projects for real estate photographers [DSLR-shot 360s and/or 360 cameras (please see list above)].
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
Do you own a 360 camera for shooting virtual tours?Are curious about using your 360 camera for shooting re-framed video?Are you wondering what does re-framed video mean?Stay tuned ...On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) Thursday, 31 August 2023, 360 VIDEO 101 Course Creator/360 VIDEO Mentor Ben Claremont will share his:✓ WGAN-TV | Top 10 Tips for Shooting and Editing 360 VideosBen will also share 360 video workflows and best practices.Plus, I will ask Ben about his new course, 360 VIDEO 101.If you have a 360 camera for virtual tours - or planning to buy one - find out how to shoot and edit 360 video.How to Use a Ricoh THETA Z1, Ricoh THETA X, Insta360 X3 or Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch to Create Reframed 360 VideosIf you have a Ricoh THETA Z1, Ricoh THETA X, Insta360 X3 or Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch (or other 360 camera) and are wondering how to create reframed 360 videos, buy 360 VIDEO 101 course from 360 Mentor Ben Claremont (also creator of Virtual Tour Pro course.================================================================================Save 15 Percent with Coupon Code: WGAN using this WGAN Affiliate Link: WGAN.INFO/360VIDEO101================================================================================Ben gave me early access to the course ...Ben Claremont’s 360 VIDEO 101 course helped me understand how to shoot and reframe 360 video. For example, until watching Ben explain video resolution and frame rate – and how and when to manually set ISO and shutter speed for the best dynamic range – I did not have the confidence to shoot 360 video and simply used various 360 cameras for creating virtual tours. Like Ben’s Virtual Tour Pro course, 360 VIDEO 101 is clear, concise and efficient with my time and with a touch of Ben’s trademark humor.Ben's 5-Step Frame for Creating 360 Videos Includes✓ Gear & Fundamentals - Master the basics and equip yourself with the right 360 camera and accessories. Learn the difference between reframed and VR 360 videos✓ Camera Mastery - Unlock the full power of your 360 camera by learning key settings such as resolution, frame rates, exposure, white balance, and tips for shooting in varied lighting conditions.✓ Filming Techniques - Perfect your shooting skills with my top tips on camera mounting, sound recording, shooting underwater, creating hyperlapses & more.✓ Creative Ideas - Unleash your creativity with techniques for cinematic 360 videos, tiny planets, amazing effects, and the best visual storytelling techniques.✓ Editing Essentials - Transition from shooting to post-production seamlessly, with the fastest & best editing workflows for amazing results.About Ben Claremont (From the 360 VIDEO 101 Website)Hey, I'm Ben! My love for the 360 medium started in the early days of 360 cameras back in 2015, and it's been an obsession ever since!Once upon a time, I was just like you—a filmmaker who was keen to push the boundaries and make video content that was DIFFERENT to everything else out there. Through thousands of hours of practice and failing... (then eventually succeeding), I mastered the art of 360 video creation!This expertise has taken me around the globe, making content for big brands, building a six-figure business, but most importantly i can say i'm a FULL-TIME content creator Now, I'm excited to share all of my knowledge with you through the 360 Video 101 course. Together, we'll unlock your potential and take your videos to the next level. Questions about Ben Claremont's 360 VIDEO 101 course?===================================================================Save 15 Percent with Coupon Code: WGAN using this WGAN Affiliate Link: WGAN.INFO/360VIDEO101===================================================================✓ Buy Ricoh THETA Z1 via Amazon✓ Buy Ricoh THETA X via Amazon✓ Buy Insta360 X3 via Amazon✓ Buy Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch via Amazon(Also want to create Matterport tours with a 360 camera? These 360 cameras are compatible with Matterport.)
Saturday Aug 26, 2023
Saturday Aug 26, 2023
Are you a Matterport Service Provider (MSP) that has done virtual tours of schools, museums, theaters or other public or commercial spaces?Are you wondering how you could go back to these clients with an Add On to repurpose their existing Matterport tours?Are you wondering how the Matterport MatterPak can be leveraged to make more money?Stay tuned ...RSET is a software application that turns Matterport 3D scans of real-world environments into highly immersive, physics-based reality simulations, where high risk events can be safely replicated, customized, and shared to save lives and reduce injuries in the line of duty.On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 24 August 2023, my guests will be:1. RSET Founder and CEO Bill Gregory (@RSET)2. RSET Chief Technology Officer Michael Schmidt3. RSET Advisor and Chief Strategy Officer Larry Danna4. RSET Lead Unity Developer Michael ProbstOur topic:✓ WGAN-TV | Intro to RSET Service Provider (RSP) Network for Matterport Service Providers (MSP)"As a member of the RSET Service Provider (RSP) Network, you'll have access to incremental revenue for your scanning business as you add value to the Matterport digital twins you're already producing," says the RSET RSP landing page. "RSP Members will be connected with businesses needing RSET Scenario creation assistance and will also have the opportunity to sell RSET Licenses to your existing customers for commission. Boost your ROI with RSET today."Topics for Discussion about the RSET Service Provider Program Include (www.RSET.com/rsp)1. Make additional money from your Matterport and other 3D scans.2. You will receive a seat of RSET Pro.3. You can resell seats of RSET Lite, RSET Go, and RSET Pro.4. You will receive a 10% commission on seats sold.5. Additionally, you can create custom scenarios to resell to your clients.6. Create training scenarios for Police, Fire, Military.7. Create asset management scenarios.8. Create visualizations for court cases.9. Create construction documentation and upsell additional scanning opportunities, letting your clients overlay scans of the same structure at various times of construction. See framing and plumbing as-built behind the drywall.10. Enable your clients to interact with their spaces in fun and entertaining ways to enhance their client interaction and marketing opportunities via their digital twin (e.g. Laser tag, entertainment venues, putt-putt, etc).Additional topics (or questions) that I should ask the RSET team during this WGAN-TV Live at 5 show?Here are four (4) ways to use Matterport + RSET:1. CONSUMER - Do more with your real estate or BIM scans. Plan layouts, change furniture, play games, and more. Your scan, your rules.2. FIRE / EMS - Train for high risk scenarios without the expense. Suppression, command sim, triage, and more in the critical buildings in your city.3. LAW - Digitally recreate incidents in the next generation of trial graphics. Virtually bring the jury to the scene and walk them around.4. DEFENSE - Use existing synthetic environments or create new ones to maximize sets and reps for a variety of infantry-related training scenarios.To watch a previous episode of WGAN-TV Live at 5 featuring RSET, please visit:WGAN.INFO/RSETonWGAN
Sunday Aug 20, 2023
Sunday Aug 20, 2023
Are you a contractor, architect or engineer seeking faster and better workflows for house remodeling, house additions and the related permit approvals?Are you a real estate photographer that uses - or considering using -- iGUIDE and want to add to your prospect list: Architects, Engineers and Construction (AEC) professions?Stay tuned!My guest on WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 17 August 2023 is Planitiar (iGUIDE) Product Marketing Manager Chris White (@Chris_iGUIDE):✓ iGUIDE PLANIX LiDAR Camera Capture for AEC; DWG Floor Plans with Level of Detail (LOD) 200I will ask Chris to show and tell us about iGUIDE for AEC.As shared in the short iGUIDE marketing video for AEC professionals (above):✓ iGUIDE eliminates hours of manual measurements and drawing in your construction projects✓ 1,000's of measurements with each iGUIDE scan✓ 3D measurements within an iGUIDE 3D tour✓ Accurate iGUIDE DWG floor plans (Specs) in 48 Hours (instead of 5-10 Days) [Level of Detail (LOD) 200]✓ Real-Time collaboration and remote bidding✓ "X-Ray View" for clients [Pre-Drywall and Finished iGUIDE 3D tours)✓ Saves AEC professionals money and timeAccording to the iGUIDE micro-site for AEC ...In the construction industry, professionals often struggle with inaccurate measurements, time-consuming processes and inefficient project planning and collaboration.iGUIDE addresses these challenges by providing accurate measurements, detailed floor plans, and immersive virtual tours that are developed and delivered quickly, revolutionizing the way construction projects are executed.Discover how you can boost productivity and cut costs with iGUIDE.
Friday Aug 11, 2023
Friday Aug 11, 2023
Are you a real estate photographer and real estate agent thinking about adding Matterport?On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 10 August 2023, my guest is Howard Witz. Howard is a Matterport Service Provider and associate real estate broker:✓ Brooklyn-based-3D VUZ Owner and Chief Photographer Howard Witz✓ Brooklyn-based-Compass Real Estate (The Belisario Team)Howard will tell us about his Matterport Service Provider journey, plus I will ask Howard what he would do differently if he was adding Matterport today:WGAN-TV | Howard Witz: My Journey as a Matterport Service Provider (and Real Estate Agent)Some of the questions that I will ask Howard:1. Tell us about 3D VUZ today: 3D VUZ | Howard@3DVUZ.com2. Tell us about your real estate biz: Compass Real Estate (The Belisario Team)3. Deeper dive into Matterport and related services4. About the journey as a MSP. How did you learn about Matterport? When? How did you get started?5. If you were starting today with Matterport, what would you do differently?6. Matterport related tips for developing business (new business and client retention)Howard Witz✓ 3D VUZ Owner and Chief Photographer✓ 36 years in Business, is a NYS Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker✓ Compass | Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker✓ Born and raised in Brooklyn✓ Graduated from Sheepshead Bay High School in 1981✓ Attended Wagner College in Staten Island, majoring in Business✓ Many real estate agent/broker awards✓ VERY HIGH “Listing to Sold” ratio✓ SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist)✓ married for 32 years to Realtor (Lynn Hirshman-Witz)✓ 3 sons (Landon) and twins (Adam & Austin)
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Howard Witz Contact Info (Servicing All of NYC, Long Island & New Jersey)✓ 3D VUZ | Howard@3DVUZ.com✓ Howard Witz on Compass (The Belisario Team) landing page✓ Mobile: 917-846-5300✓ Howard@3dvuz.com | howard.Witz@compass.com✓ Howard Witz on LinkedIn✓ Howard Witz on Facebook✓ Howard Witz on Instagram✓ 3D VUZ Contact Us page (scroll down)
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Greater San Francisco Bay area-Hopscotch Interactive CEO & Chief Media Officer Emily Olman (@Hopscotch) scanned an $8 Million Listing (under construction) with a Matterport Pro3 Camera on Saturday (22 July 2023) in Atlanta while I interviewed Emily on video doing this.This WGAN-TV on Location show is for you if:1. You are a real estate photographer thinking about adding a Matterport Pro3 Camera to your tool kit2. You have a Matterport Pro3 Camera and want to learn best practices from a long-time Matterport Pro3. You want to know why the Developer wants a Matterport tour before the construction is completed.4. You want to see an $8 million 13,000 SQ FT listing - with three kitchens - on two acres in Atlanta.▶ Part 1 of 2 airs 5 pm ET Thursday, 27 July 2023 [See WGAN-TV Podcast]▶ Part 2 of 2 airs 5 pm ET Thursday, 3 August 2023 on [This Show]Here is the MLS Listing for: 1890 W Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30327(Emily's Matterport tour and DSLR shot images will be added to the listing by 15 August 2023.0)[During the show, Emily chats with the home's co-owner and co-developer Luke Denny.]Some of the Questions Emily AnswersUnfinished Mansion▶ Why create a Matterport tour (and photos) of the $8 million listing BEFORE it is complete?▶ Why is this helpful to the developer, investors, real estate agent, homebuyer? Other?▶ How do you approach creating digital assets of a space?▶ If the renovations were done in CAD by the architect, how might these files be used?▶ If the renovations were done not done in CAD and are only available on paper, how might you use this?▶ Why do you shoot DSLR images before you shoot Matterport?In General▶ What can go wrong?▶ How did your bring your Matterport Pro3 Camera (and related gear) on your flight to Atlanta?▶ Other use-cases for the Matterport As-Built of this house?Tripod Related▶ When do you use an aluminum tripod and when do you use carbon fiber?▶ Which tripod are you using (and why)?▶ Matterport Pro3 Camera height? Bathrooms? Versus Zillow 3D Home?iPad Related▶ Which iPad (and why)?▶ Which iPad case (and why)?▶ Do you use an Apple Pencil (and why) with your iPad?Scanning▶ How far between Matterport scans?'▶ Do you wait for the scan to finish on your iPad before moving the Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ Stairs: how do you position the tripod legs?▶ Stairs: what is your tip for helping make sure the tripod does not tip over on the stairs?▶ Stairs: how many stairs do you move between scans (and why)?▶ Stairs: what else can you tell us about scanning stairs▶ Inside: do you hide from the camera (or do you rotate behind the camera)?▶ Outside: how do you hide from the camera (or do you rotate behind the camera)?▶ Why open doors before you can see the door in the scan?▶ How long does it take for the Matterport Pro3 Camera to rotate?▶ Why are you checking the connection between the Matterport Pro3 Camera and tripod during your shoot?▶ Where do you do your first Matterport scan?▶ How do you level the Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ Differences between Matterport Pro3 Camera scanning versus the Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ How (and why) to clean the Matterport Pro3 Camera lens?▶ Lens fog? How to transition from cold/inside environment to hot/humid outdoors?▶ How long does it take to scan with a Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ Speed of using a Matterport Pro3 Camera versus using a Matterport Pro2 Camera?▶ Aside from the Pro3 rotating faster, why can it be much faster to scan with a Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ What kind of problems/trouble can you have with a Matterport Pro3 Camera?Lights▶ This space has lights (and lots of daylight). If not, what would you have done for lighting?Emily did stills with a Tilt-Shift lens. I included a short segment of her doing this in this show too.
Thursday Jul 27, 2023
Thursday Jul 27, 2023
Greater San Francisco Bay area-Hopscotch Interactive CEO & Chief Media Officer Emily Olman (@Hopscotch) scanned an $8 Million Listing (under construction) with a Matterport Pro3 Camera on Saturday (22 July 2023) in Atlanta while I interviewed Emily on video doing this.This WGAN-TV on Location show is for you if:1. You are a real estate photographer thinking about adding a Matterport Pro3 Camera to your tool kit2. You have a Matterport Pro3 Camera and want to learn best practices from a long-time Matterport Pro3. You want to know why the Developer wants a Matterport tour before the construction is completed.4. You want to see an $8 million 13,000 SQ FT listing - with three kitchens - on two acres in Atlanta.▶ This Part 1 of 2 airs 5 pm ET Thursday, 27 July 2023.
▶ Part 2 of 2 airs 5 pm ET Thursday, 3 August 2023 on WGAN-TV YouTube Channel.Here is the MLS Listing for: 1890 W Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30327(Emily's Matterport tour and DSLR shot images will be added to the listing by 15 August 2023.0)[During the show, Emily chats with the home's co-owner and co-developer Luke Denny.]Some of the Questions Emily AnswersUnfinished Mansion▶ Why create a Matterport tour (and photos) of the $8 million listing BEFORE it is complete?▶ Why is this helpful to the developer, investors, real estate agent, homebuyer? Other?▶ How do you approach creating digital assets of a space?▶ If the renovations were done in CAD by the architect, how might these files be used?▶ If the renovations were done not done in CAD and are only available on paper, how might you use this?▶ Why do you shoot DSLR images before you shoot Matterport?In General▶ What can go wrong?▶ How did your bring your Matterport Pro3 Camera (and related gear) on your flight to Atlanta?▶ Other use-cases for the Matterport As-Built of this house?Tripod Related▶ When do you use an aluminum tripod and when do you use carbon fiber?▶ Which tripod are you using (and why)?▶ Matterport Pro3 Camera height? Bathrooms? Versus Zillow 3D Home?iPad Related▶ Which iPad (and why)?▶ Which iPad case (and why)?▶ Do you use an Apple Pencil (and why) with your iPad?Scanning▶ How far between Matterport scans?'▶ Do you wait for the scan to finish on your iPad before moving the Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ Stairs: how do you position the tripod legs?▶ Stairs: what is your tip for helping make sure the tripod does not tip over on the stairs?▶ Stairs: how many stairs do you move between scans (and why)?▶ Stairs: what else can you tell us about scanning stairs▶ Inside: do you hide from the camera (or do you rotate behind the camera)?▶ Outside: how do you hide from the camera (or do you rotate behind the camera)?▶ Why open doors before you can see the door in the scan?▶ How long does it take for the Matterport Pro3 Camera to rotate?▶ Why are you checking the connection between the Matterport Pro3 Camera and tripod during your shoot?▶ Where do you do your first Matterport scan?▶ How do you level the Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ Differences between Matterport Pro3 Camera scanning versus the Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ How (and why) to clean the Matterport Pro3 Camera lens?▶ Lens fog? How to transition from cold/inside environment to hot/humid outdoors?▶ How long does it take to scan with a Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ Speed of using a Matterport Pro3 Camera versus using a Matterport Pro2 Camera?▶ Aside from the Pro3 rotating faster, why can it be much faster to scan with a Matterport Pro3 Camera?▶ What kind of problems/trouble can you have with a Matterport Pro3 Camera?Lights▶ This space has lights (and lots of daylight). If not, what would you have done for lighting?Emily did stills with a Tilt-Shift lens. I included a short segment of her doing this in this show too.
Saturday Jul 22, 2023
Saturday Jul 22, 2023
Unstationery Promo Code: UNWGAN (Save 25%) - If you are a tech-savvy real estate agent that likes to leverage tech and video to help differentiate yourself -- to win more and bigger premium listings -- this WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) Thursday, July 20, 2023 is for you:► WGAN-TV | Help Real Estate Agents Win More Listings by Printing Listing Videos on Cards via UnstationeryMy guest will be: Unstationery Co-Founder and CEO Michael Cameron Martin.Michael will demo and discuss Unstationery benefits and use-cases for Augmented Reality (AR) meets print mailings and flyers:► Real Estate Listing Pitch Meeting Leave Behind► Targeted Mailing to Neighbors► Congratulations on the Sale of Your Home► Thank you for Listing with Us► Real Estate Agent Open House Takeaway► Send to Home-Seller's Friends and Colleagues► Send to Real Estate Agent's Past Clients (Life Events with Personal Video Recorded)► Open House (Flyers)► Event Marketing (Flyers and Cards)► Brokers: Leverage Unstationery to Recruit Tech Savvy Agents► Unstationery Handles Shipping and Tracking the Performance of Direct Mail CampaignsSpecial Offer for We Get Around Network Forum Members► Save 25 percent on Unstationery with Promo Code: UNWGAN
Saturday Jul 15, 2023
Saturday Jul 15, 2023
▶ Did you know that up to 16 people can meet inside a Matterport tour for free courtesy of SuperViz?▶ Did you know you can customize collaboration and communication within Matterport tours and 3D models at scale using the SuperViz SDK?Stay-tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 13 July 2023, my guest is SuperViz Director of Business Development Marcelo Franco.WGAN-TV | MeetInMatter.com - Live Guided Tour Inside a Matterport Tour for Free powered by SuperVizMarcelo will show and tell us about:MeetInMatter.com - a free service of SuperViz that enables up to 16 people to meet inside Matterport tours simultaneously for free.MeetInMatter.com Features Include▶ Free use of MeetInMatter.com▶ up to 16 simultaneous visitors can meet inside a Matterport tour (including host)▶ immersive virtual meetings to streamline collaboration and communications▶ MeetInMatter.com was created with the SuperViz SDK▶ Rapid Deployment and Scalability: MeetInMatter.com is an example of what can be done with the SuperViz SDK in just two days!▶ More about the SuperViz SDK on the SuperViz website
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
What are the possibilities when you mash-up Matterport and Apple Vision Pro?How will the mash-up Matterport + Apple Vision Pro be different than the 5-year-old Matterport + Samsung VR integration (see video above, which never got traction)?Find out on Thursday, 22 June 2023 on:✔ WGAN-TV | Matterport + Apple Vision Pro: Imagining the 3D/AR/VR/XR/AI PossibilitiesMy guests will be Matterport early adopters and 3D/AR/VR/XR/AI Thought-Leaders:✔ Hopscotch Interactive CEO & Chief Media Officer Emily Olman | @Hopscotch✔ Tosolini Productions Founder and Creative Technologist Paolo Tosolini @TosoliniWGAN-TV Discussion Topics Include✔ Apple Vision Pro - features: AR, VR, AI, LiDAR, fitted head mount✔ Apple Vision Pro - navigation: eyes, hands (gestures and Digital Crown) and voice✔ Apple Vision Pro - chip to eliminate nausea✔ Apple Vision Pro - taking spatial photos and videos✔ Verticals, such as: real estate; construction (AEC) and facilities managementQuestions that I should ask Emily and Paolo on this WGAN-TV Live at 5 show?The much anticipated Apple Vision Pro was announced at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on Monday, June 5, 2023. Apple says it will begin shipping the $3,499 Apple Vision Pro in early 2024.What to know more about the Apple Vision Pro? See the Apple Vision Pro video (above).
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Are you a Matterport Service Provider that owns - or is considering buying - a Matterport Pro3 Camera?Are you struggling to understand -- in non-geek speak -- things like?-- What is the Level of Accuracy (LOA) of a Matterport Pro3 Camera?-- What are the benefits of a Matterport Pro3 Camera in the AEC space?-- What are the limitations of the Matterport Pro3 Camera in the AEC space?Stay tuned ...To answer these questions (and more) about the Matterport Pro3 Camera for Architects, Engineers and Construction (AEC) professionals, my guests on WGAN-TV Live at 5 on Thursday, 15 June 2023 are:1. North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada-based 3DLS.XYZ Managing Partner Richard "RJ" Johnson2. Tustin, CA-based Architectural Resource Consultants (ARC) President and CEO John Russo3. Atlanta, GA-based RC Monkeys Director Silviu StoianWGAN-TV | Matterport Pro3 Camera for AEC: Expert Insights on Level of Accuracy, Benefits and LimitationsQuestions for My Guests -- to Answer in Super-Simple Non-Geek Speak -- Include=======================================================================================I will assume that the WGAN-TV audience members are Matterport Service Providers (MSPs) that are NOT engineers. MSPs may be talking with architects, engineers and construction professionals and this topic is like a foreign language that needs translation in super-simple English.=======================================================================================1. What is the Level of Accuracy (LOA) of a Matterport Pro3 Camera?2. What are the benefits of a Matterport Pro3 Camera in the AEC space?3. What are the limitations of the Matterport Pro3 Camera in the AEC space?4. What is Level of Detail (LOD)?5. What is Level of Development (LOD)?6. What is Level of Accuracy (LOA)?7. Why do these three terms matter?8. How do these three terms relate to each other?9. How can LOA influence the possible LOD?10. How do these three terms get used in the AEC space?11. How do these three terms apply to the Matterport Pro3 Camera?12. What is a noisy data set (and why does this matter)?13. What are Intensity Values (and why does this matter)?14. What are Classification and Segmentations Tools in context to the Matterport E57 File?15. Why do Matterport E57 Files have compounding errors in registration (and why does this matter)?16. How does the Matterport Pro3 Camera perform in context to LOD and LOA in the AEC space?17. Additional discussion of accuracy of Matterport Pro3 Camera scan data?18. Why does this matter in the AEC space?19. Matterport Pro3 Camera created E57 File (versus other scanning solutions to create E57 Files)20. Are there any AEC use-cases for the Matterport Pro3 Camera?21. Can the Matterport Pro3 Camera be used for "As-Builts"?22. Can the Matterport Pro3 Camera be used for weekly construction documentation?23. Discussion of accuracy of scan data (and why this matters in AEC space)24. What does LOD 200 mean in references to the international BIM Forum?25. What does Matterport say about LOA and LOD in context to the Matterport Pro3 Camera?26. What about a Matterport MatterPak created from a Matterport Pro3 Camera scanned space?27. What is different about the Matterport MatterPak compared to the Matterport E57 File?
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