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By Tom Sparks | www.WeGetAroundNetwork.com | www.WGAN-TV.com

WGAN-TV Forum Podcast covers Matterport (and related) digital twin creators and providers shaping the future of real estate today. Join us: www.WeGetAroundNetwork.com We help you connect the dots to ... more

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August 06, 2025 406. How I Used the Matterport Merge Tool to Create a Massive Tour of a Baseball Stadium
– Would you like to see a demo of the Matterport Merge Tool?
– For this Matterport merge, how about using a massive space: a baseball stadium with seven Matterport tours with a combined total of 745 scan points?

Watch a special edition of the WGAN-TV Podcast (above) for digital twin creators shaping the future of real estate today.

We have a great “how-to” episode for you!

Our WGAN-TV Podcast Co-Host is Tom Sparks (Founder and CEO, ScanYourSpace — a division of Sparks Media Group). Tom shows and tells how to use the Matterport Merge Tool. Tom uses scans from Oracle Park — home of the San Francisco Giants.

In this episode, Tom:

✓ Walks through selecting and merging 7 separate tours into a single, massive stadium model (and then more scans)
✓ Demonstrates manual alignment when auto align falls short
✓ Shares challenges like space limits, partial scans, and construction blockages
✓ Explains his staged merging process to manage large scan counts
✓ Reveals tips for handling big, complex projects with the Matterport Merge Tool

Takeaway Quote

“Merging big models is part patience, part puzzle-solving — and a little bit of luck when the auto align actually works.” — Tom Sparks

Connect

✓ Connect with Tom at www.SparksMediaGroup.com or www.ScanYourSpace.com
✓ Post your questions for Tom in the We Get Around Network Forum: www.WeGetAroundNetworkForum.com
✓ Subscribe to the Sparks Media Group YouTube Channel: @SparksMediaGroup" target="_blank">@SparksMediaGroup

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Tom, thank you for the behind-the-scenes look at tackling a massive Matterport merge!
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August 05, 2025 405. MSP? Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES/SIM-ON: Support for the Complete Property Lifecycle
-- Are you a Matterport Service Provider scanning for architects, building owners, construction teams, or facility managers?
-- Curious how to make your scans more valuable—beyond visualization—through integrations with Procore, IBM Maximo, IoT, and more?

Stay tuned.

In this “how to” episode, WGAN-TV Podcast Guest Host Tom Sparks leads a compelling deep dive with Marek Koźlak, PhD, the founder and CEO of SIMLAB.

Together, they explore how the SIMLAB platforms —- STAGES and SIM-ON —- extend the power of Matterport into the full lifecycle of a building:

✓ SIMLAB STAGES — for construction progress monitoring and coordination, featuring robust Procore integration
✓ SIMLAB SIM-ON — for smart building control and asset management with IBM Maximo, IoT devices, and sensor data

From side-by-side comparisons of Matterport scans, to real-time energy monitoring of Marek’s own home demo — this episode demonstrates how SIMLAB transforms digital twins into operational tools for engineers, owners, and everyday users.

Key Benefits for Matterport Service Providers (for your clients):

✓ Turn your scans into active dashboards for operations and maintenance
✓ Provide AEC clients with synced Procore punch lists, RFIs, and BIM overlays
✓ Deliver facility managers an intuitive IoT control hub built on top of Matterport
✓ Use SIMLAB STAGES for construction phase documentation and visual timeline reviews
✓ Use SIMLAB SIM-ON to assign tasks, track maintenance schedules, and embed manuals

Demo + Free Access:

Visit SIMLABinc.com to explore SIMLAB STAGES and SIMON SIM-ON demo spaces, register for free, and start enriching your own Matterport models with high-value tools for your clients.

Got follow-up questions for Tom Sparks?

✓ SparksMediaGroup.com
✓ ScanYourSpace.com
✓ @SparksMediaGroup" target="_blank">@SparksMediaGroup on YouTube
✓ Or post your question on the WGAN Forum @ScanMySpace

Got questions for SIMLAB?

✓ SIMLABinc.com
✓ SIM-STAGES.com
✓ SIM-ON.com

Listen to more WGAN-TV Podcast episodes:

✓ WGAN-TV.com
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July 30, 2025 404. WGAN-TV | Watch a Real Estate Agent Scan a House in Real-Time Using a Giraffe360 GO Cam
https://offer.giraffe360.com/wgan/
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-- Would you like to see a real-time video of a real estate agent scan a house with the Giraffe360 GO Cam?
-- Are you thinking about ordering a Giraffe PRO Camera?

Stay tuned ...

WGAN-TV Podcast Guest Host Tom Sparks walks eXp Realty real estate agent Bruno D. Versaci through a real-time, in-the-field demo of the Giraffe360 GO Camera.

(Tom is the Founder and CEO of Scan Your Space (a division of Sparks Media Group. @ScanYourSpace)

Bruno scans a 2,100+ square foot home in Vallejo, California —- step-by-step and room-by-room -- while Tom recording this real-time video and provides guidance, tips, and some humorous commentary along the way.

Viewers get to watch Bruno learn how to:

✓ Set up the tripod and Giraffe GO Cam camera
✓ Trigger 3D scans and HDR photo capture
✓ Capture closets and tight spaces for accurate floor plans
✓ Strategically position the camera to maximize the 3D tour experience
✓ Understand the value of additional deliverables like social media assets and single-property websites

Tom also explains how the Giraffe360 backend automations handles:

✓ camera removal in mirrors
✓ LiDAR-enabled floor plans, and
✓ blue sky replacements

Special Offers for WGAN Community:

✓ Real Estate Agents – Bundle a Giraffe360 GO Cam subscription with FREE blue sky replacement (HDR and 3D tour panos) using code: WGAN
✓ Photographers – Try the Giraffe PRO Camera risk-free for 60 days: just $123/month for 10 residential property projects (includes all add-ons)
✓ www.WGAN.info/giraffe360pro

Takeaway Quote:

"Sometimes it’s not about your income, it’s about your expenses. You have to spend more to keep your income up because as times change, you have to change with them." – Bruno D. Versaci
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July 22, 2025 403. WGAN-TV: 1st Person PoV Giraffe GO Cam House Walkthrough and Final Giraffe360 Deliverables Review
Giraffe PRO Camera Offer: https://wgan.info/giraffe360-pro
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Ever wonder what it really looks like to scan a house using the Giraffe360 GO Cam? You're about to find out—from a unique first-person perspective.

In this hands-on episode of the WGAN-TV Podcast, WGAN-TV Podcast Guest Host Tom Sparks, Founder of Scan Your Space, takes you through a 2,300 SQ FT home using the Giraffe360 GO Camera. With camera in hand (actually strapped to his chest), Tom shares a raw and insightful walkthrough—from setting up the proprietary tripod to uploading and reviewing the final deliverables, including:

✓ Giraffe360 GO Cam created 3D tour
✓ Giraffe360 Floor plans (ANSI Z765 compliant)
✓ Giraffe360 Still photos
✓ Photo editing tools
✓ Virtual tour labeling & customization
✓ Social media graphics
✓ Property Website

You’ll see exactly how long it takes to complete a scan (~37 minutes), how few scan points are required, and how the camera's built-in features compare to more traditional workflows. Tom also explores editing tools, photo quality (12MP), tripod height differences, and critiques the floor plan accuracy—including closet recognition and missing cabinet lines.

Tom’s verdict? The Giraffe360 GO Cam is a Realtor-friendly solution that simplifies scanning and delivers a surprising amount of value—especially for agents used to shooting with their phones.

WGAN Community Offers from Giraffe360

➤ For Real Estate Agents: Subscribe to the Giraffe360 GO Camera bundle and receive free blue sky replacement with voucher code: WGAN.

➤ For Real Estate Photographers: Test-drive the Giraffe360 PRO Camera for 60 days risk-free. Scan up to 10 listings for just $123/month—includes all add-ons.
→ Get started here » (No Voucher Code Necessary: just this link)

Have questions for Tom or want to work with him?

✓ Visit: www.SparksMediaGroup.com or www.ScanYourSpace.com
✓ Ask questions in the We Get Around Network Forum
✓ Subscribe to Tom’s YouTube Channel: SparksMediaGroup
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Thanks for watching and being part of the WGAN Community!
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59min
July 22, 2025 402. WGAN-TV: 1st PoV Matterport Pro3 Camera Warehouse Scan with High-Density Data Capture
-- Are you wondering what it’s like to scan a space with a Matterport Pro3 Camera?
-- Would you like to see the process from a first-person point of view?
-- How long does it take to complete a high-density scan with the Pro3?

Stay tuned…

In this episode of the WGAN-TV Podcast, WGAN-TV Podcast Guest Host Tom Sparks, Founder and CEO of Scan Your Space, walks us through a high-density scan of a warehouse using the Matterport Pro3 Camera.

Filmed from a first-person PoV, Tom gives us a realistic look at the workflow, timing, and strategy for capturing accurate data in an industrial setting.

You’ll see:

✓ How long a high-density Matterport Pro3 Camera scan actually takes (over 2 minutes per scan point)
✓ A scan-by-scan progression in real time (15 scans total)
✓ Real talk about when to charge by square foot vs. by time on site
✓ Pricing strategies based on gear, market, and skillset
✓ Firsthand insights into high-pressure commercial scanning
✓ Why using your own portfolio (not others') is essential to landing serious clients

Tom also explains why he uses only the Matterport Pro2 Camera and Matterport Pro3 Camera for Matterport work, shares insights from years of experience, and gives advice on handling client expectations when scanning complex or high-stakes environments.

Want to buy a Matterport Pro3 Camera via Amazon?
→ www.WGAN.info/matterport

Have questions for Tom or want to hire him to scan or consult?

✓ Visit: www.SparksMediaGroup.com or www.ScanYourSpace.com
✓ Ask questions in the We Get Around Network Forum
✓ Subscribe to Tom’s YouTube Channel: @SparksMediaGroup

Catch all past WGAN-TV Podcast episodes at www.WGAN-TV.com or in your favorite podcast app.

Thanks for watching this episode of the WGAN-TV Podcast.
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July 18, 2025 401. WGAN-TV - Fotello AI Real Estate Photo Editor - My First Impressions: Tom Sparks with Scan Your Space
Fotello Special Offer - www.WGAN.info/fotello

✓ 25 listings – with up to 60 photos each – edited for FREE when you subscribe to any paid plan
✓ 7-day money-back guarantee
✓ WGAN Affiliate link: www.WGAN.info/fotello
✓ Coupon Code: WGAN (If speaking with a Fotello representative.)
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Hi All,

✓ Curious how Fotello AI real estate photo editing stacks up in the real world?
✓ Wondering if AI editing can match or beat human editors?
✓ Want to hear honest, unscripted first impressions from a pro who's tried it himself?

Stay tuned ...

Watch WGAN-TV Live at 5 on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, for:

✓ Fotello AI Real Estate Photo Editing - My First Impressions

My co-host guest is Tom Sparks, Founder and CEO of ScanYourSpace, a division of Sparks Media Group.

Show Topics

✓ Tom’s hands-on experience using Fotello for real estate photo editing
✓ Upload-to-edit times: What kind of turnaround is realistic?
✓ Sky replacements, window pulls, and style presets (Signature, Natural, Airy, Golden, Deep, Twilight)
✓ Revision process and human-in-the-loop support
✓ How AI editing compares with offshore editors and in-house human workflows
✓ Cost savings (up to 68% over traditional editing workflows)
✓ Real feedback from a REALTOR/Pro Photographer (Bruno Versaci): Why he gave Fotello an A for quality
✓ Thoughts on stylistic consistency, personalization, and accuracy
✓ How Tom may plan to position rush edits as a revenue opportunity using Fotello
✓ Deliverables interface: Micro-site delivery for agents, including print and MLS-sized downloads

Why This Episode Matters

If you're a real estate photographer balancing speed, quality, and cost — or you're just skeptical of AI replacing your human editor — this WGAN-TV Live at 5 show gives you a reality check from someone who's tested Fotello across multiple shoots and uses human image editors.

Whether you're a solo operator or running a multi-shooter team, Tom’s insights will help you evaluate whether Fotello deserves a spot in your workflow — and your pricing model.
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1h 2min
July 16, 2025 400. Giraffe360 Webinar #3 | Giraffe PRO Camera for Real Estate Media Providers
Giraffe360 Special Offer: full details and to order, visit www.WGAN.info/giraffe360-pro
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Giraffe360 hosts its third webinar in a powerful education series for real estate photographers transitioning into full-service media providers, as viewed in this WGAN-TV Podcast episode (above).

Giraffe360 Chief Customer Officer Samy Jeffries and Lead Product Manager Ainars Klavins present a compelling case for using the new Giraffe PRO Camera to meet the growing demand for immersive media in real estate.

Key Takeaways

✓ Shift in market demands: 82% of millennial buyers now expect immersive media—video, 3D, floor plans—but only 9% of agents provide them. Giraffe360 empowers photographers to close that gap.
✓ New business model: Giraffe360 positions real estate photographers as strategic partners—like interior designers—not just vendors.
✓ End-to-end solution: With the Giraffe PRO Camera and Giraffe360 Content Studio, creators can capture stills, floor plans, 3D tours, and cinematic + drone-style videos—all from one scan, one visit.
✓ Gaussian Splatting for real estate: Ainars introduces breakthrough photorealistic 3D modeling using Gaussian Splatting, enabling “virtual drone” and cinematic videos generated post-scan—no drone pilot, lighting crew, or insurance required.
✓ Deep dive into Content Studio: Fully AI-powered editing workflow includes HDR photo processing, object removal, blur control, sky replacement, and camera removal—plus multi-language support and customizable presets.
✓ New video formats: Giraffe360 now supports cinematic walkthroughs and virtual drone-style fly-throughs generated automatically. More formats and editable flight paths coming soon.
✓ Giraffe360 Photographer Partner Program: ZIP Code exclusivity, full support, and marketing kits make it easier than ever to monetize media bundles and stand out as a premium provider.

Special Offer for WGAN Community

Try the Giraffe PRO Camera for 60 days.

✓ $123/month (for two months)
✓ Scan up to 10 residential listings
✓ No long-term commitment
✓ Includes all add-ons and features

For full details and to order, visit: www.WGAN.info/giraffe360-pro

Topics covered

– Giraffe360 market insights
– How to upsell immersive media services
– Detailed walkthrough of new video production capabilities
– Gaussian Splatting explained
– Rendering timelines and scan strategies
– Customization, branding, and automation
– ZIP Code exclusivity and lead routing
– Upcoming features: virtual twilight, more video formats, and global rollout
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45min
July 14, 2025 399. Fotello AI Real Estate Photo Editing Versus My Human Photo Editors
WGAN Special Offer:

Start for free and get up to 1,500 images — that’s 25 listings with up to 60 photos each — edited at no cost when you subscribe to any paid plan (includes a 7-day money-back guarantee). Use the We Get Around Network affiliate link: www.WGAN.info/fotello and enter Voucher Code: WGAN
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In this WGAN-TV Podcast, Guest Host Tom Sparks, Founder and CEO of Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group), showcases a real-world head-to-head comparison: the Fotello AI-powered photo editing platform versus a traditional human editor — with insights from REALTOR® and professional photographer Bruno Versaci.

Tom uploads 195 bracketed images to Fotello, enables preferences like sky replacement and auto perspective correction, and receives a full gallery of edits within minutes — including a quick preview in just 4 minutes. Bruno evaluates the results and gives Fotello an A for quality, noting the crispness, vibrant tones, and impressive window pulls.

Key takeaways from the episode:

✓ Speed + Quality: the Fotello edits are agent-ready fast — making urgent listings possible in under 30 minutes.
✓ Customization Options: Post-edit controls inside Fotello allow fine-tuning like contrast, exposure, and image style presets (e.g., Airy, Natural, Deep).
✓ Human vs AI quirks: Bruno points out subtle issues like inconsistent wall color rendering (white versus peach) and missed cable removal — but he also notes that the Fotello revision request feature makes corrections easy.
✓ AI tools evolving fast: New features include adding realistic fireplace flames and screen images to blank TVs — previously requiring Photoshop.
✓ Cost efficiency: For high-volume shooters, Fotello can cut editing expenses by hundreds per month — and Fotello will price match your current editor.

Bruno emphasizes that while he sometimes uses Photoshop for fine details (like removing cords or furniture imprints), Fotello saves time and delivers impressive results — especially for agents and photographers with tight deadlines.

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July 14, 2025 398. WGAN-TV-First Person Point of View (PoV) Giraffe360 GO Cam Warehouse Walkthrough and Final Giraffe360 Deliverable Review
In this WGAN-TV Podcast, guest host Tom Sparks, Founder and CEO of Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group), field-tests the Giraffe360 GO Camera in a real-world warehouse environment — walking through the scanning process, testing still photos, and reviewing the final deliverables.

Tom captures multiple scan points inside a large warehouse on Mare Island, California, using the Giraffe360 GO Camera. Scans take around 58 seconds each, and the camera’s SLAM-like behavior allows it to record measurement data while being carried — enabling floor plan generation with minimal scan points. Tom uploads the project to the cloud later that day and receives the completed 3D tour, floor plan, and still photo by the following morning.

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The Giraffe360 GO Camera is designed for real estate agents who want an easy-to-use, all-in-one camera for creating professional-looking property tours without needing extra devices. In contrast, the Giraffe PRO Camera is built with the advanced features and control that real estate photographers expect — making it ideal for high-volume professionals seeking refined results and maximum image quality.

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Tom's final verdict? The Giraffe360 GO delivers a fast, user-friendly workflow without needing a tablet or phone. He finds the 12MP still photo useable, the ANSI 765–compliant floor plan impressive, and the 3D tour polished. However, he suggests slower transitions and Ken Burns-style effects in the auto-generated video for better viewer experience.

WGAN Special Offer:

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Two Giraffe360 Special Offers for WGAN Community

Special Offer 1 - Giraffe360 Pro Camera (for real estate photographers):

✓ Get early access to the new Giraffe PRO Camera - WGAN exclusive 60-day trial offer – just $123 per month - Be among the first to try the all-new Giraffe PRO Camera as it officially launches. (Pre-Order Giraffe Pro Camera)

Your Exclusive WGAN Offer Includes

-- 10 free property projects (standard trial includes 5)
-- All add-ons included at no extra cost for the trial period
-- Free blue sky replacement if you subscribe annually following the trial
-- Free WGAN-TV Training Academy Membership for 1 year
-- Membership to the Giraffe Photographer Network with ZIP code exclusivity (2 ZIP codes per camera - US only)

This limited-time trial offer is available till July 31, 2025. (Unless extended by Giraffe360)

Special Offer 2 - Giraffe360 Go Camera (for real estate agents (or [real estate photographers that want to get started immediately and then switch to the Giraffe360 Pro Camera when it is ready to ship)

-- Free Blue Sky Replacement for HDR Photos | Voucher Code: WGAN
-- Build Your Plan: www.Giraffe360.com | Voucher Code: WGAN
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July 09, 2025 397. WGAN-TV Podcast: Fotello AI Real Estate Photo Editing Workflow
Fotello Special Offer: ww.WGAN.info/fotello
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In this WGAN-TV Podcast, guest host Tom Sparks, Founder and CEO of Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group) walks through his full workflow using Fotello, an AI-powered real estate photo editing platform.

Tom uploads 195 five (5) bracketed images, sets preferences like auto-bracketing, sky replacement, and perspective correction, and receives his first edits in just over four minutes — full processing takes around 24 minutes, mostly limited by upload speed.

Tom finds the edits deliverable-quality, customizable, and faster than any human editing workflow — enabling real estate photographers to save time, cut costs, and deliver faster.

WGAN Special Offer:

Start for free and get up to 1,500 images — that’s 25 listings with up to 60 photos each — edited at no cost when you subscribe to any paid plan (includes a 7-day money-back guarantee). Use the We Get Around Network affiliate link: www.WGAN.info/fotello and enter Voucher Code: WGAN
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