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-- 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)] Topic WGAN-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 | Demo 1. 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 Demo 10. 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 Pricing 25. 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? -- About Wingman Media Brisbane 360 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 Liberge Our Topic WGAN-TV | Easy Add Ons: Photo Books, Brochures, Flyers and Mailings via Urbanimmersive's UiPrint Service Topics Include 1. What is Urbanimmersive's UiPrint Service? 2. Show examples of finished printed pieces: photo book, brochures, flyers, mailers 3. What is the Urbanimmersive UiPrint Media Editor? 4. Show how to use the Urbanimmersive UiPrint Media Editor to create: photo book, brochure, flyer, mailer 5. Backstory on the Urbanimmersive's HomeVisit (state-of-the-art printing facilities in Chantilly, VA) 6. How to include Floor Plans 7. How to include stock photos 8. How print products are sold and priced 9. How sales tax is handled 10. How real estate photographers are paid for print products ordered by real estate agents 11. How real estate agents can use the Urbanimmersive portal for UiPrint to order print products 12. 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 Workshop Since 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

✓ Save $100 on PMRE Standard Registration with Coupon Code: WGAN100 ✓ Save $50 on PMRE Livestream/On-Demand with Coupon Code: WGANSTREAM ✓ PMRE Registration ✓ Website: www.PMREconference.com ✓ Email: info@pmreconference.com [Sponsorship, Group Sales] === WGAN-TV | Why Attend Photography + Media for Real Estate Conference (PMRE) in Las Vegas (13-15 November 2024) ✓ Are you ready to amp-up your real estate photography business? ✓ What are best practices for running a real estate photography business? ✓ Do you want to connect and learn from the best real estate media creators around the world? Stay tuned! On WGAN-TV Live at 5 on Thursday, June 20, 2024, my guest will be Photography + Media for Real Estate Conference (PMRE) Owner and Organizer Brandon Cooper for this episode: WGAN-TV | Why Attend Photography + Media for Real Estate Conference (PMRE) in Las Vegas (13-15 November 2024 Discussion Includes ✓ PMRE Presenters ✓ PMRE Agenda ✓ PMRE Workshops ✓ PMRE Sponsors ✓ PMRE 2024 Networking Nightcap Party (Wednesday, November 13, 2024) ✓ Venue: Palms Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada (KAOS Showroom) I have already registered (my second year attending), book my stay at the Palms Casino Resort and round-trip flights from Atlanta. I look forward to seeing you at PMRE 2024. --- About PMRE 2024 ===================================== Website: www.PMREconference.com Email: info@pmreconference.com ===================================== PMRE 2024, the 6th annual Photography and Media for Real Estate Conference, is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together hundreds of the most passionate and engaged real estate photography and media creators from around the world. Since 2019, this conference has become the go-to event for creative professionals in the real estate industry who want to learn from, and network with, other like-minded individuals. What started as just an idea for an event to network with other photographers has grown to become a marquee event which helps shape the direction of creativity in the real estate media space. Source: PMRE

-- Do you want to add a compass or interactive mini-map to your Matterport digital twin? -- Are you seeking a workflow for measuring a Matterport space to invoice clients based on SQ FT? -- How do you help a real estate agent get more leads from Matterport virtual tours? Stay tuned! On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 6 June 2024, my guest is Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group Founder and CEO Tom Sparks. Our Topic WGAN-TV | How to Use Matterport Property Report and Plug-ins: Compass, Mini-Map, Quick Link and Business Card Tom will show the front-end (and how to use in Matterport Workshop): 1. Matterport Property Report 1A. An overview of Property Report (front-end and back-end demos) 1B. Multiple Floors (room dimensions, exterior dimensions and area SQ FT) 2C. (How to delete/add walls/fill-in missing walls) 2. Matterport Compass Plugin-in (See video 2, Matterport digital twin example 1) 2A. How to enable 2B. How to Set North on the Compass 2C. How to select the Compass style (analog, arrow, minimal) 2D. How to select the location for the Compass 3. Matterport Mini-Map Plug-in (See video 1 and Matterport digital twin example 1) 3A. How to enable 3B. How to set North 3C. How to enable a background for the mini-map 3D. How to display the mini-map in a circle or square 3E. How to set the location of the mini-map 3F. How to set the mini-map zoom 4. Matterport Quick Link Plug-in (See video 4, Matterport digital twin example 2) 4A. How to enable 4B. Text to Display 4C. Photo (or Graphic) 4D. URL (when you click on the photo (or graphic) [Could point to a "Contact Us" form, for example] 5. Matterport Business Card Plug-in (See video 3, Matterport digital twin example 2 5A. How to enable 5B. agent name 5C. agent email address 5D. agent phone number 5E. agent business name 5F. agent photo 5G. company logo 5H. company website 5I. social media links These features were announced in February and are available in Matterport Workshop (not available to Matterport Classic Plan users). In Matterport Workshop, while editing a space, see the plugins tab on the right hand side menu when editing a space according to the Matterport Blog post on (15 February 2024).

-- How can live data be added to Matterport digital twins for facilities management? -- How can IoT from various open standards be centralized and synchronized from various open standards? -- Why is a Matterport digital twin better than a traditional 2D dashboard of physical space for building automation control? Stay tuned ... On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) Thursday, 16 May 2024, our topic is: SIM-ON by SIMLAB +NETxAutomation: A Next Level of Interoperability with Building Management System (BMS) Guests -- NETxAutomation Software GMBH Sales & Business Development Suvankar Das -- SIMLAB Product Owner/Project Manager (SIM-ON) Michał Szopa Topics ✓ Enriching Matterport model with live data ✓ New, intuitive Digital Twin interface with 2D dashboard option ✓ Centralized synchronization of multiple vendors ✓ Hardware interoperability for automation scenes: FIBARO, SmartThings, KNX IoTech, NETxAutomation ✓ Integration with NETxAutomation Building Management System (BMS) ✓ IoT connectivity via NETx Server ✓ Building automation standards interoperability: KNX, OPC, BACnet, Modbus, SNMP ✓ IoT multi-vendor connection possibilities for Matterport users by NETx Cloud Portal ✓ Application of digital twin model with NETx in various types of buildings e.g commercial, hospitality, industrial etc. ✓ Making life easy for the technical staff in buildings thanks to the hybrid visualisation model of digital twin and 2D graphics offered by Simlab and NETx ✓ How to increase the acceptability of such solution among decision-makers – expos, demo centers, training etc. Backstory of SIMLAB and NETxAutomation Partnership Merging SIMLAB software packages with NETxAutomation solutions brings the next-generation Building Management System (BMS). Leveraging NETx Cloud Portal interface, SIM-ON platform connects multi-protocol ecosystems with immersive Digital Twins. Using cutting-edge Matterport technology, SIM-ON transforms a traditional 2D dashboard into an interactive 3D model of physical space, creating a new experience of building automation control and facility management. NETxAutomation and SIMLAB have joined forces to integrate software packages and bring you the next-generation Building Management System (BMS). SIM-ON platform provides NETxAutomation system with innovative Matterport Digital Twin technology. NETx software gained spatial coverage based on a top-notch reality capture standard delivered by global leader Matterport. SIM-ON works on top of these realistic, navigable 360 spaces, transforming traditional 2D dashboards into interactive digital twins. Supporting all vendors integrated by NETx, creates a new experience of building automation control. Navigable, immersive 3D interface expands BMS essential function with alert notifications and facility management features, such as maintenance scheduling, communication tools, documentation storage, and more. All NETx system vendors controlled within one digital twin platform ✓ Intuitive and user-friendly 3D interface ✓ Secure and easy access to device data ✓ Visual presentation of device activity and settings ✓ Sensors alert notifications All Information Stored in One Data Container ✓ Real mapping of devices in space ✓ Collect all data about devices, equipment, and furnishing in one place ✓ Adding photos, videos, and documents ✓ Multiple categories for intuitive management All tasks and Issues Resolved With One Tool ✓ Schedule and manage facility maintenance items ✓ Real-time facility inspection in full 3D ✓ Build your customized timeline activity graphs ✓ Link to your favorite news and widgets ✓ Report issues with task manager

-- How do you turn an iGUIDE 3D virtual tour into a lead magnet for real estate agents? -- How can you help real estate agents get iGUIDE 3D virtual tour real-time leads via SMS or email? -- How can you give an automatic response to the lead with more info about the real estate listing? Stay tuned ... On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) Thursday, 9 May 2024 our topic is: WGAN-TV | How to Turn an iGUIDE 3D Virtual Tour into a Real-Time 24/7 Lead Capture Machine for Real Estate Agents via SMS or Email My guests are: -- Planitar Inc. (iGUIDE) Product Marketing Manager Chris White @Chris_iGuide -- Planitar Inc. (iGUIDE ) Senior Marketing Manager Charlene Hancock @Charlene_iGUIDE iGUIDE Lead Magnet is an interactive pop-up element that appears in the iGUIDE Viewer as potential buyers explore real estate listings. The feature allows buyers to request more details by providing their contact information in exchange for receiving access to additional visuals via an email or SMS from the listing agent. The agent now can engage with the qualified lead as they choose. Chris and Charlene will demo and discuss the free iGUIDE Lead Magnet feature, including: 1. Demo: Homebuyer experience 2. Features for Homebuyer 3. Benefits for Homebuyer 4. Demo: Real Estate Agent experience 5. Features for Real Estate Agent 6. Benefits for Real Estate Agent 7. Demo: Real Estate Photographer experience (back-end) 8. Features for Real Estate Photographer 9. Benefits for Real Estate Photographer About Planitar: Founded in 2013 in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, Planitar Inc. is the maker of iGUIDE, a proprietary camera and software platform for capturing and delivering immersive 3D virtual tours and extensive property data. iGUIDE is the most efficient system to map interior spaces and features accurate floor plans, measurements and reliable property square footage. By integrating floor plans and visual data, iGUIDE provides an intuitive and practical way to navigate and explore built environments digitally. For more, visit: goiguide.com --- iGUIDE Website: www.GoiGUIDE.com | Schedule a Video Chat with an iGUIDE Specialist iGUIDE Lead Magnet: Landing Page iGUIDE Lead Magnet: Media Release iGUIDE PLANIX Camera Kit: Buy Now WGAN-TV Podcast shows: iGUIDE WGAN Forum posts tagged: iGUIDE

[Part 1: https://wgan.info/MetrarealOnWGAN] --- Would you like to see a back-end demo of Metareal Stage V2.0, including: – how to create a before and after slider within the tour? – how to add drone 360 panoramas? – how to create a virtual tour of a space that has not yet been built? Stay tuned ... On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 2 May 2024, my guest Metareal Inc. Co-Founder and CEO Gareth Morgan. (@gareth) WGAN-TV Part 2 | Deep-Dive Demo of Metareal Stage V2.0 for Creating 3D Digital Twins Gareth will show and tell us about the back-end of Metareal Stage V2.0. What questions should I ask Gareth during the show? Best, Dan P.S. .... In Part 1 of WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 25 April 2024 ... [i]Are you seeking a 3D Digital Twin platform that: 1. saves you thousands of dollars annually? 2. requires up to three times less time on site? 3. always includes floor plans? 4. includes aerial (drone) 360 panorama support? 5. can be shot with any 360 camera (or DSLR with a fish-eye lens) 6. has Revit, CAD and BIM integrations for AEC 7. enables easy before and after comparisons (Variants)? 8. includes deep building insights documentation? 9. makes sure your content is yours? 10. includes an option for DIY 3D Digital Twin 360 panorama linking to save you $$$? Stay tuned ... On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 25 April 2024, my guest Metareal Inc. Co-Founder and CEO Gareth Morgan. WGAN-TV Topic: Features and Benefits of Metareal Stage V2.0 for Creating 3D Digital Twins Gareth will show and tell the features and benefits of Metareal Stage 3D Digital Twin platform. Gareth will also include a demo of the front-end: what the user sees.

Are you seeking a 3D Digital Twin platform that: 1. saves you thousands of dollars annually? 2. requires up to three times less time on site? 3. always includes floor plans? 4. includes aerial (drone) 360 panorama support? 5. can be shot with any 360 camera (or DSLR with a fish-eye lens) 6. has Revit, CAD and BIM integrations for AEC 7. enables easy before and after comparisons (Variants)? 8. includes deep building insights documentation? 9. your content is yours? 10. includes an option for DIY 3D Digital Twin 360 panorama linking to save you $$$? Stay tuned ... On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 25 April 2024, my guest Metareal Inc. Co-Founder and CEO Gareth Morgan. WGAN-TV Topic: Features and Benefits of Metareal Stage V2.0 for Creating 3D Digital Twins Gareth will show and tell the features and benefits of Metareal Stage 3D Digital Twin platform. Gareth will also include a demo of the front-end: what the user sees.

www.ZUANT.com | www.ZUANT3D.com -- How do you add live video and text chat within a Matterport digital twin? – What kind of real-time insights are possible from a Matterport virtual tour? Stay tuned! On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET on Thursday, 4 April 2024, our topic is: ✓ WGAN-TV | How to Use Matterport + ZUANT3D for Live Video and Chat Function and Live Receptionist My guests are: 1. ZUANT Chief Executive Officer Peter Gillet (@petergillett) (www.ZUANT3D.com | www.ZUANT.com) 2. ZUANT Marketing Specialist Sam Wolford (@samwoolford) (www.ZUANT3D.com | www.ZUANT.com) Topics Include 1. What is ZUANT3D Radar? 2. What are ZUANT3D Live Video or Text Chat Sessions? 3. What is a dual-hosted ZUANT3D Live Video Session? 4. What is ZUANT3D Engagement Tracking (Dashboard)? 5. How Zuant3D integrates with various CRM platforms? 6. How does someone request a Live Video or Text Session within a Materport tour powered by ZUANT3D? 7. Where are the chat conversations stored to follow up on? [Cloud]? 8. How would other clients and industries benefit from having a ZUANT3D Live Receptionist in their tours? 9. Can you explain the ZUANT3D Call Centre Network (20)? 10. How does a ZUANT3D Live Video or Text Chat Session add value to a Matterport Scan? --- Free ZUANT3D Offer ✓ Up to 5 Experiences (Matterport tours powered by ZUANT3D) ✓ Visitor Activity Tracking ✓ Lead Generation ✓ Email Notification --- Here is an example of Sales Lead Generation Form in a Matterport Tour powered by ZUANT3D.com ... => Example of Lead Generation Form in a Matterport Tour powered by ZUANT3D.com --- Zuant Contact Info Websites: www.ZUANT.com and www.ZUANT3D.com Landing Page: www.ZUANT3D.com Book a Demo: Contact Us Email: sales@zuant.com | info@zuant.com Phone: 866-616-4958 WGAN Forum: @petergillett @samwoolford

https://WGAN.info/VSI --- -- Is there an easier, faster and more affordable virtual staging solution? -- When you shoot empty homes would you like to wow your real estate agent clients? -- Would you like to see a demo of virtual staging in less than 10 seconds? Stay tuned ... On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, March 21, 2024, my guest will be Virtual Staging AI Co-Founder and CEO Michael Bonacina. Our show topic: ✓ WGAN-TV | Intro to Virtual Staging of Real Estate Photos powered by Virtual Staging AI (VSI) Michael will show us how to: ✓ virtually stage - in 10 seconds - using AI powered by Virtual Staging AI ✓ virtually declutter a space - in 10 seconds - using AI powered by Virtual Staging AI ✓ use different virtual staging furniture options Among the questions that I will ask Michael about the "world's first virtual staging algorithm powered by artificial intelligence" are: ✓ 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 did Virtual Staging AI get started? ✓ How many clients does Virtual Staging AI have? ✓ How to get the best virtual staging results with Virtual Staging AI? ✓ Talk about: "World's first virtual staging algorithm powered by artificial intelligence." ✓ Talk about: "Developed at Harvard Innovation Labs." 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: -- 25 photos per month -- Unlimited renders -- All room types and styles -- Decluttering included -- No watermark -- 10 seconds turnaround -- Image storage forever According to the Virtual Staging AI Website ✓ Increased Buyer Interest - Virtual staging has a positive impact on 83% of buyers. ✓ Get Higher Offers - Homes with virtual staging sell on average for 25% more. ✓ Sell Faster - Staging homes sell 73% faster than their non-staged counterparts. ✓ Stand Out From the Competition - Convince more homeowners by using the latest technology

Special Offer for We Get Around Network Forum Readers (and WGAN-TV Live at 5 Viewers) -- Free REALSEE Galois 3D LiDAR Camera Kit when you pre-pay $5,499 for 200 3D Virtual Tours Hosted for 6 Months -- Offer includes: Download All 16K Panoramas from 200 Tours -- Additional Hosting as Low as $7.50 per 3D Virtual Tour for 3 Months The REALSEE Galois 3D LiDAR Camera Kit Includes -- REALSEE Galois 3D LiDAR Camera -- Charging Kit (includes your country specific charging plug) -- Tripod -- Backpack -- Battery -- Quick Release Clamp Offer valid now until midnight (EST) Tuesday, April 19, 2024 for We Get Around Network Forum readers. Offer includes 1,200 credits that may be used for hosting 200 tours for 6 months or 400 tours for 3 months (Each credit is good for 1 month REALSEE hosting.) Unused credits valid for up to 24 months. For details, please see: home.REALSEE.ai/activity/WGAN --- -- are you seeking a LiDAR Camera that pairs with a non-subscription 3D virtual tour hosting Platform? -- do you want to receive 2D floor plans for free (using a DIY tool)? -- do you want to be able to download 16K high-resolution panoramas? On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (at 5 pm UK / noon ET) on Thursday, 29 February 2024, our topic is: WGAN-TV | Intro to REALSEE Galois LiDAR Camera/Scanner and REALSEE 3D Digital Twin Hosting Service Our subject matter expert is Nick Powell, Owner of Nick Powell Photography based in Worthing, England, United Kingdom. (Nearly two hours South of London.) In addition to real estate photography, Nick offers bespoke 360º virtual tours and Google Street View. Nick has been taking the REALSEE Galois LiDAR Camera/Scanner for a spin and creating helpful videos for real estate photographers/3D digital creators to understand the REALSEE LiDAR camera and platform. [please see videos above] I will ask Nick for his insights regarding: 1. REALSEE Galois 3D LiDAR Camera 2. REALSEE Platform REALSEE Features -- No Monthly Subscription (Top Up Anytime) -- Unlimited Free Floor Plans (via DIY Tool) -- Unlimited Free Interactive Floor Plans -- AI Camera Removal; Add 360 Video -- Download All 16K Panoramas from 200 Tours -- Free: Capture, Upload, Edit, Preview, Storage -- Ricoh Media Tags: Add Video to TV Sets -- Publish to Google Street View

WGAN-TV on Location at Geo Week 2024 | Pitch the Press Event Mosaic Co-Founder Jeffrey Martin at Geo Week 2024 Shows Mobile Mapping Camera Transcript - 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.

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 Discussed CupixWorks: 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. Conclusion Chuck 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 Guest A 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. -- (Show notes written by ChatGPT-4. Lightly edited by Dan Smigrod)

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 Highlights ARCADUS 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 Answered 1. 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? Conclusion This 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 Action For Matterport Service Providers and government agencies interested in leveraging these advancements for first responder training, visit: www.ARCADUS.io www.rset.com www.Matterport-com WGAN Forum topics tagged: ARCADUS -- (Description above written by ChatGPT-4. lightly edited by Dan Smigrod)

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. Highlights 1. 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. --- (Above Written by ChatGPT-4. Lightly edited by @DanSmigrod)

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, Matterport WGAN-TV on Location Managing Editor and Host: Dan Smigrod Join us next time on WGAN-TV for more insights into the evolving world of digital twin technology and its impact across industries.

-- 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.

-- 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-up My guest is Oppy Founder and CEO Alex Gustafson (@_AG). Among the questions I will ask Alex about Oppy: Oppy's Features and Functionality 1. 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 Services 11. 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? --- 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 ✓ More You can set up and share Oppy within minutes Oppy 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

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 Photographers Herb 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 -- analytics Contact HDPhotoHub 1. Book a HDPhotoHub Demo 2. Create a HDPhotoHub Account 3. Email: Support@HDPhotoHub.com 4. Phone: 509-515-3338