WGAN-TV Podcast

By Tom Sparks | www.WeGetAroundNetwork.com | www.WGAN-TV.comBusiness Entrepreneurship Technology

WGAN-TV Podcast episodes

March 31 Roomio: iPhone Floor Plans for Real Estate Photographers
What if you could scan a property in 5 minutes with your iPhone and have a professional floor plan delivered within 24 hours, starting at $11? That's exactly what Roomio does. Tom Sparks sits down with Steven, co-founder of Phoria, the team behind Captur3d. For the first look at Roomio, their new smartphone floor plan tool built for real estate photographers, agents, and anyone who needs a professional floor plan fast. Steven walks through everything: how the LiDAR-based capture works, the step-by-step scanning process, accuracy benchmarks, pricing, delivery pipeline, ANSI compliance progress, and what's coming next including non-LiDAR and Android support. Tom puts it through its paces with real questions from a working photographer's perspective, branded templates, multi-user accounts, scan pausing, SVG delivery, commercial property support, and a feature request for a fake camera rig to fool skeptical agents. Steven also reveals that WGAN members get two free floor plans to test drive the platform via wgan.info/Roomio. For real estate photographers looking to add floor plans as a high-margin add-on service without expensive hardware, this conversation covers everything you need to know.
🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES
Try Roomio — 2 free floor plans for WGAN members: https://wgan.info/Roomio
We Get Around Network: https://www.wegetaround.com
Chapters
0:00 Introduction & Roomio Elevator Pitch
1:00 LiDAR vs. Non-LiDAR Capture
1:48 The Aha Moment — How Roomio Was Built
3:13 Floor Plans, Site Plans & 3D Floor Plans
3:55 Scanning Outside for Site Plans
4:17 Tom's First-Hand Experience With Roomio
4:58 Floor Plan Amendment Tool — Coming Soon
5:48 SVG Delivery & Format Options
5:54 Step-by-Step Scanning a 3-Bedroom Home
8:02 Scanning Speed & Technique
9:36 Camera Angle & the Painting Method
10:40 The Property Report Feature
10:56 Pricing: 24-Hour vs. 10-Hour Turnaround
11:18 AI + Human Delivery Pipeline
12:27 Future Turnaround Time Goals
13:59 ANSI Z765 Compliance
15:36 Accuracy Benchmarks
17:18 Delivery Formats
17:43 Branded Templates & Logo Upload
19:04 Platform Demo — Templates & Delivery
20:27 Multi-User Account Management
21:03 Property Report Deep Dive
22:06 Roomio vs. Hardware Platforms
23:25 Pricing Breakdown & Market Rates
26:15 Pay-Per-Use Model & Volume Pricing
31:28 Commercial Property & Size Limits
33:53 Pausing & Resuming Scans
35:27 Privacy & What Gets Captured
36:46 Integrations & API Roadmap
37:16 Floor Plan Template Gallery Walkthrough
39:51 2 Free Floor Plans for WGAN Members
40:21 What's Coming Next for Roomio
41:12 Wrap-Up
#Roomio #FloorPlan #RealEstateTech #RealEstatePhotography #WGAN #WeGetAroundNetwork #iPhoneFloorPlan #PropTech #PropertyMarketing #Phoria #Captur3d #VirtualTours #MSP #3DFloorPlan #SitePlan
42 min
January 09 414. WGAN-TV | Urbanimmersive + Sûreté du Québec Police Service for 3D Crime Scene Documentation
► https://www.Urbanimmersive.com
► https://www.urbanimmersive.com/contact
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How a major Canadian police service uses forensic-grade 3D digital twins to document crime scenes

In this episode of WGAN-TV Live at 5 (aired on Wednesday, 7 January 2026), we take a deep dive into how Urbanimmersive partnered with the Sûreté du Québec Police Service, Canada’s largest provincial police force, to modernize crime scene documentation using forensic-grade 3D digital twin technology.

Joining the conversation is François-Hugues Liberge (Executive Vice President, Urbanimmersive), along with WGAN-TV Podcast Co-Host Tom Sparks. Together, we explore how a platform best known to real estate photographers was adapted to meet the strict technical, security, privacy, and courtroom-defensibility requirements of law enforcement.

The discussion begins with context. The Sûreté du Québec covers more than 1,000 municipalities, employs over 8,600 people, and investigates everything from local incidents to major provincial crimes. Their legacy crime scene documentation system was expensive, difficult to operate, slow to deploy, and limited to only a few regions of the province. Investigators were still relying heavily on static photography and manual sketches, often discovering years later in court that crucial context had been missed.

That challenge triggered a detailed public Request for Proposal (RFP). Among the non-negotiable requirements were offline processing, local data control, rapid capture, HDR imaging, accurate measurements, and a solution that could be deployed broadly without extensive technical training.

Urbanimmersive ultimately became the only company to respond to the RFP, largely because it was able to deliver something unique in the market: a fully immersive 3D walkthrough experience that can be captured, processed, hosted, and viewed entirely offline.

During the episode, François explains how Urbanimmersive’s platform—originally designed for real estate—was already capable of offline workflows due to earlier work in sensitive environments such as nuclear plants, tunnels, and other critical infrastructure. That legacy allowed Urbanimmersive to meet police requirements without fundamentally changing the platform itself.

We walk through a live demo showing how investigators can:

✓ Capture an entire crime scene using inexpensive, off-the-shelf 360 cameras
✓ Navigate the space virtually using immersive walkthroughs, dollhouse views, and floor plans
✓ Annotate evidence directly inside the 3D environment
✓ Take measurements after the fact
✓ Embed photos, videos, and other forensic assets
✓ Maintain a complete audit trail showing when and how any modification is made

Equally important, the episode details what does not happen. Crime scene data never touches the cloud. Processing occurs on police-controlled hardware. Files remain local. Nothing is publicly hosted. Nothing is accessible to Urbanimmersive after delivery. For law enforcement, that distinction is critical.

From an operational standpoint, the solution dramatically reduces friction. Capture times drop to seconds per scan. Equipment costs fall under $1,000 per camera. Training time is measured in hours or days rather than weeks. As a result, the Sûreté du Québec can deploy multiple capture kits across the province instead of concentrating expensive equipment in only major cities.

Beyond policing, the conversation broadens to other high-security and institutional use cases where traditional cloud-hosted digital twins are not viable. These include fire departments, transportation accidents, power utilities, water treatment plants, hospitals, government facilities, manufacturing sites, and any environment where privacy, security, or long-term hosting costs are a concern.

For real estate photographers and media professionals, this episode highlights a powerful takeaway:

There is a growing market for offline and ultra-secure 3D digital twin services that many providers cannot currently serve.

Urbanimmersive’s approach opens doors to new verticals, new clients, and new revenue streams—especially in commercial, industrial, and government sectors.

The episode also touches on partnership opportunities, lead sharing, and how service providers can position themselves not just as photographers, but as visual documentation experts capable of handling sensitive environments.

If you work with:

✓ Commercial or industrial clients
✓ Government or municipal organizations
✓ Secure facilities
✓ Asset management, training, or compliance use cases
► https://www.Urbanimmersive.com
1 hr 3 min
January 01 413. We Get Around Network Acquired by Tom Sparks from Dan Smigrod
► We Get Around Network Forum (https://www.WGANForum.com)
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We Get Around Network Acquired by Tom Sparks from Founder Dan Smigrod
After more than a decade as founder, managing editor, and publisher of the We Get Around Network, Dan Smigrod announces the next chapter in WGAN’s history.
Effective January 1, 2026, ownership of We Get Around Network has transitioned to long-time WGAN member and contributor Tom Sparks, Principal of Sparks Media Group, through WGAN Holdings Inc.
Tom is now the owner, managing editor, and publisher of We Get Around Network—and the new host of the WGAN-TV Podcast.
This is a change in leadership, not a change in DNA.
Everything the community relies on remains in place:
► The WGAN Forum and its 100,000+ posts
► WGAN-TV Podcast and WGAN-TV Training U
► WGAN MarketPlace and Marketing Partner programs
► Find a Service Provider Map
► Existing memberships, subscriptions, logins, and content
WGAN continues to be the trusted, cross-platform knowledge base for digital twins, 3D/360 cameras, real estate media, and the tools and services professionals use every day.
Why Tom Sparks
Tom is a working real estate photographer and media business owner who actively uses Matterport, iGUIDE, Giraffe360, InnoDraw, SIMLAB, InsideMaps, and related platforms in the field. He brings hands-on experience, editorial credibility, and operational leadership—combined with a clear vision to expand education, deepen technical coverage, and grow vendor partnerships.
What’s Next
Under Tom’s leadership, WGAN will:
► Expand practical, field-tested content
► Strengthen marketing partner programs
► Go deeper into digital twins and AI-driven workflows
► Continue delivering trusted insights that help members succeed faster
Dan Smigrod’s Next Chapter
Dan transitions into an advisor role to support a smooth handoff and knowledge transfer. While stepping back from daily publishing, he will continue to appear for select projects, special episodes, and deep dives—while finally reclaiming time for travel, creativity, and exploration in AI and robotics.
Join the Conversation
Please welcome Tom Sparks as the new publisher of We Get Around Network.
Introduce yourself in the WGAN Forum. Share what topics, tools, and technologies you want covered next.
The mission remains the same:
Give help. Get help. Build the future of digital twins and real estate media—together.
Happy New Year,

Dan Smigrod
Founder and Advisor
We Get Around Network
Atlanta
11 min
November 26, 2025 412. Giraffe PRO Camera 2025 Black Friday/Cyber Monday | Save 20% for 12 Months with Voucher Code: WGAN
► Voucher Code: WGAN
► https://offer.giraffe360.com/wgan
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Giraffe PRO Camera 2025 Black Friday/Cyber Monday | Save 20% for 12 Months with Voucher Code: WGAN
Here are the top 10 2025 Black Friday/Cyber Monday reasons for you to subscribe to the Giraffe PRO Camera and Platform Subscription.
Number 1: Save 20 percent off the first 12 months when you use voucher code WGAN at: offer.giraffe360.com/wgan.
Number 2: 60-day satisfaction guarantee – love it or get your money back.
Number 3: Subscribe month-to-month – with no minimum commitment.
Number 4: Onboarding support makes subscribing as low friction as possible.
Number 5: Elevate your marketing with the Giraffe360 PRO Camera – a game-changing all-in-one real estate media solution.
Number 6: Brand your photo galleries, walkthroughs, floor plans, and quick links with your logo, colors, and contact info.
Number 7: Produce incredible 270-megapixel HDR photos, 4K video highlights, a 3D virtual tour, and 2D/3D floor plans with one scan.
Number 8: Deliver a stunning media package that helps your agents win more listings and sell properties faster.
Number 9: Photographers who add Giraffe360 win more clients and open more revenue opportunities.
Number 10: With dozens of improvements to the Giraffe360 platform in 2025, there has never been a better time to subscribe.
This Giraffe360 offer is available in the USA and Canada.
Have a great holiday season!
2 min
November 16, 2025 411. WGAN-TV | Part 2 of 2 | Giraffe PRO Camera and Platform for Residential RE Photographers
Save 10 Percent on 1st 12 Months with Voucher Code: WGAN
https://offer.giraffe360.com/wgan/
In this episode of WGAN-TV Live at 5, Dan Smigrod sits visits with Jānis Beinerts, Senior Product Designer at Giraffe360, to explore the newly launched Giraffe PRO Camera and the upgraded Giraffe360 platform designed for real estate photographers.
The conversation opens with a deep dive into the complete suite of deliverables generated from a single property scan - property websites, AI-enhanced photos, 3D virtual tours, floor plans, and multiple video styles, and more - all produced automatically through the platform’s processing pipeline.
Jānis explains how the Giraffe PRO Camera was engineered not just as a piece of hardware but as part of a larger ecosystem where hardware, software, and automation converge.
He describes how the Giraffe PRO Camera and platform together enable photographers to deliver a multichannel marketing bundle that increases listing engagement, boosts time-on-page, and generates more leads for agents.
The discussion highlights Giraffe360’s data-supported claim that properties captured with the system sell up to seven days faster, with the new Giraffe PRO Camera expected to widen this advantage.
Dan and Jānis walk through a real example of a single property website generated automatically by the platform. Jānis explains how assets such as HDR photos, floor plans, and property metadata are captured, processed, and surfaced to buyers in a clean, structured layout.
Some data is pulled automatically - such as location and measured area - while other fields can be edited directly by the photographer or agent to fine-tune the listing.
The episode also tees up one of the most compelling features: Giraffe360’s ability to produce multiple styles of marketing videos without shooting any video at all, thanks to advanced AI reconstruction and creative automation. This expands what real estate photographers can offer without increasing onsite capture time.
Throughout the episode, Dan asks pointed questions that help real estate photographers understand not just the what but also the why: why multichannel marketing matters, why automation is essential for scaling, and why combining hardware, software, and AI is redefining real estate media production.
1 hr 5 min
November 14, 2025 410. WGAN-TV | Part 1 of 2 | Giraffe PRO Camera and Platform for Residential RE Photographers
Save 10 Percent on 1st 12 Months with Voucher Code: WGAN
https://offer.giraffe360.com/wgan/
In this episode of WGAN-TV Live at 5, Dan Smigrod sits visits with Jānis Beinerts, Senior Product Designer at Giraffe360, to explore the newly launched Giraffe PRO Camera and the upgraded Giraffe360 platform designed for real estate photographers.
The conversation opens with a deep dive into the complete suite of deliverables generated from a single property scan - property websites, AI-enhanced photos, 3D virtual tours, floor plans, and multiple video styles, and more - all produced automatically through the platform’s processing pipeline.
Jānis explains how the Giraffe PRO Camera was engineered not just as a piece of hardware but as part of a larger ecosystem where hardware, software, and automation converge.
He describes how the Giraffe PRO Camera and platform together enable photographers to deliver a multichannel marketing bundle that increases listing engagement, boosts time-on-page, and generates more leads for agents.
The discussion highlights Giraffe360’s data-supported claim that properties captured with the system sell up to seven days faster, with the new Giraffe PRO Camera expected to widen this advantage.
Dan and Jānis walk through a real example of a single property website generated automatically by the platform. Jānis explains how assets such as HDR photos, floor plans, and property metadata are captured, processed, and surfaced to buyers in a clean, structured layout.
Some data is pulled automatically - such as location and measured area - while other fields can be edited directly by the photographer or agent to fine-tune the listing.
The episode also tees up one of the most compelling features: Giraffe360’s ability to produce multiple styles of marketing videos without shooting any video at all, thanks to advanced AI reconstruction and creative automation. This expands what real estate photographers can offer without increasing onsite capture time.
Throughout the episode, Dan asks pointed questions that help real estate photographers understand not just the what but also the why: why multichannel marketing matters, why automation is essential for scaling, and why combining hardware, software, and AI is redefining real estate media production.
1 hr
November 12, 2025 409. WGAN-TV | How Giraffe360 Enables Photographers to Be Real Estate Digital Marketing Service Providers
► Save 10 Percent on the first 12 months | Voucher Code: WGAN
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Save 10 Percent on 12 Months | 60 Day Money Back Guarantee
$324 per Month (instead of $360 per Month) | 12 Month Minimum
(Unlimited Listings | Fair Use Policy Applies: 60 Residential Listings)
offer.giraffe360.com/wgan | Voucher Code: WGAN
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WGAN-TV Podcast | How Giraffe360 Enables Photographers to Be Real Estate Digital Marketing Service Providers

In this WGAN-TV Podcast, Giraffe360 Founder and CEO Mikus Opelts joins Guest Host Tom Sparks to discuss how photographers can expand their business from traditional real estate photography into full-service real estate digital marketing.

Mikus explains how the Giraffe360 ecosystem—including the new Giraffe PRO Camera, Content Studio, and AI Toolbox - helps photographers deliver complete marketing packages for agents and brokerages.

By combining automated photo editing, 3D virtual tours, floor plans, videos, and property websites, photographers can provide clients with all the content needed to list, market, and promote properties across multiple channels.

Tom and Mikus also discuss how the platform’s AI automation saves hours of manual work, while the camera’s tripod-based capture system ensures consistent quality. They highlight how the Giraffe360 platform makes it possible for photographers to scale their businesses efficiently—shifting from being service providers to strategic marketing partners for real estate clients.

Key takeaways:

✓ The Giraffe360 PRO Camera captures high-quality imagery, 3D tours, and floor plans in one workflow
✓ AI photo enhancements, color correction, and blue-sky replacement are built in for professional results
✓ The Giraffe360 Content Studio and AI Toolbox enable automated video and social media creation
✓ Photographers can expand into full-service digital marketing without adding production complexity
✓ Turnkey property websites and lead-generation tools help agents market listings faster and smarter

Got questions about the Giraffe PRO Camera or Giraffe360 platform? Post them in the We Get Around Network Forum (www.WeGetAroundNetworkForum.com)
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1 hr 13 min
November 06, 2025 408. WGAN-TV | Giraffe PRO Camera Launch | Saves 10% 1st 12 Month | Code: WGAN
► Save 10 percent on the first 12 months | Use Coupon Code: WGAN Here: giraffe360.com/price
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408. WGAN-TV | Giraffe PRO Camera Launch | Saves 10% 1st 12 Month | Code: WGAN

Did you miss the Giraffe PRO Camera Webinar #7 on Tuesday, 4 November 2025?

Catch the full replay of this special Giraffe360 event, now streaming on WGAN-TV. My digital twin introduces the session featuring Giraffe360 Founder and CEO Mikus Opelts and Chief Customer Officer Samy Jeffries.

Together they unveil the new Giraffe PRO Camera, demonstrate its workflow advantages, and explore the expanded Giraffe360 Content Studio with AI Toolbox, Listing Spotlight, and new pricing options designed for real-estate media professionals.

Highlights

✓ Re-engineered imaging system: Improved sensor and lens design deliver superior dynamic range and color accuracy.
✓ Integrated LiDAR: Doubles scanning range and boosts depth precision for more accurate measurements.
✓ Faster capture speed: Up to 40 percent quicker, allowing users to complete more scans per day.
✓ AI automation: Smart-stitching algorithms cut post-processing time by 70 percent.
✓ Content Studio + AI Toolbox: Automatically generates descriptions, captions, and marketing videos from a single scan.
✓ Listing Spotlight: Instantly promotes listings across multiple platforms for faster visibility.
✓ Design & usability: Slimmer, lighter, and more durable with the signature one-button simplicity Giraffe360 users love.

Opelts and Jeffries emphasize that the PRO Camera’s power lies in combining hardware excellence with AI-driven workflow efficiency—helping real-estate photographers and agents create polished marketing assets faster, with less complexity.

If you have follow-up questions about the Giraffe PRO Camera or the Giraffe360 Photographer Program, please post below.

For all past and upcoming episodes, search WGAN-TV Podcast in your favorite app or visit: www.WGAN-TV.com
30 min
November 01, 2025 407-WGAN-TV | Edit, Deliver and Get Paid through Fotello: Enhanced Delivery and Payment Link with White Label Option
www.WGAN.info/fotello
In this episode of WGAN-TV, Dan Smigrod welcomes back Fotello Co-Founder Harman Walia to showcase Fotello’s newest enhancements that simplify how real estate media professionals edit, deliver, and get paid for their work. Harman explains how Fotello’s mission remains focused on helping photographers deliver their best work while saving money — a guiding principle for every product decision the company makes.
Key Highlights
1. Twilight Photo Editing
Harman introduces the upgraded Twilight AI feature, which allows creators to convert daytime images into natural, realistic twilight scenes in just one click. The AI maintains architectural accuracy — nothing inside or outside the property is altered — ensuring ethical photo representation for real estate listings.
2. Unified Delivery Platform
Fotello now enables users to deliver all digital assets—photos, videos, 3D tours, and floor plans—through one link. Real estate agents can preview, download, and even request revisions directly from the portal, reducing back-and-forth communication.
3. White-Label Sub-Domain
For professionals seeking a fully branded experience, Fotello offers a white-label sub-domain option that removes all Fotello branding from delivery pages and emails. This feature allows photographers to present the portal as their own—ideal for brand consistency and client trust.
4. Integrated Payments
The newly launched Fotello Payments integrates seamlessly with Stripe, allowing photographers to collect payments directly without additional Fotello transaction fees. Funds are deposited daily, and all payout data can be viewed and exported from a single dashboard.
5. Instant and Same-Day Delivery
Harman shares how some users have installed Starlink internet in their vehicles to enable instant delivery of photos right after shoots. This capability allows creators to offer same-day or even immediate turnaround—either as a premium service or as a competitive differentiator.
6. Onboarding and Support
Fotello has streamlined its onboarding to remove previous friction points. New users can sign up directly via WGAN’s affiliate link for 25 free listings, with optional one-on-one support for setup, domain configuration, and client migration.
Learn more:
www.WGAN.info/fotello
Special Offer for WGAN Community
Real estate photographers and media pros who sign up through the WGAN affiliate link receive up to 25 listings free as part of their Fotello Essential membership—equivalent to editing up to 1,500 photos at no cost.
This exclusive offer is only available via the WGAN link:
www.WGAN.info/fotello
It’s a simple way to test Fotello’s full workflow—AI photo editing, delivery, and payments—before committing to a paid plan.
55 min
October 22, 2025 406. WGAN-TV Giraffe360 Webinar #6: Sell Listings 7 Days Faster with AI-Powered Marketing
► Giraffe360 Special Offer: https://offer.giraffe360.com/wgan
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WGAN-TV Podcast | Giraffe360 Webinar #6: Sell Listings 7 Days Faster with AI-Powered Marketing

-- How can real estate photographers help agents cut days on market using AI and immersive media?
-- What new Giraffe360 features are changing how listings are marketed across every platform?

Guest Co-Hosts:

• Mikus Opelts (Founder & CEO, Giraffe360)
• Samy Jeffries (Chief Customer Officer, Giraffe360)

Guests:

• Casey G. (Arizona)
• Nick Powell (United Kingdom)

In this WGAN-TV Podcast episode, Mikus Opelts and Samy Jeffries share how the Giraffe360 platform is redefining the speed and reach of real-estate marketing. Viewers see how AI automation and immersive media shorten sales cycles by a full week compared with market averages.

The team walks through Giraffe360 Content Studio and Giraffe360 Listing Spotlight, showing how photographers and agents can generate property websites, email campaigns, and social posts in minutes—all from a single scan. Casey G. and Nick Powell explain how they package photos, floor plans, and short-form videos into high-impact marketing kits that drive results across Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.

Key Takeaways

✓ The Giraffe360 platform reduces average days on market by one week versus similar listings.
✓ Gaussian Splat Videos automatically create cinematic, vertical fly-throughs optimized for social platforms.
✓ Interactive 3D floor plans increase user engagement by 60 percent and double average session time.
✓ AI-powered production pipeline renders and packages media automatically—no manual editing needed.
✓ Fixed pricing at $360/month replaces per-project fees with unlimited rendering (fair-use ≈ 60 projects/month).

Special Offer for WGAN Community

Try the Giraffe PRO Camera for 60 days with 10 residential listings for $123 per month.
https://offer.giraffe360.com/wgan

Special Offer

► Try Giraffe PRO Camera Risk-Free for 60 Days.
► Just $123 per month for two months with no long-term commitment.
► Scan up to 10 complete property listings. Includes all add ons.
► For full details and to order, visit: https://offer.giraffe360.com/wgan
1 hr 29 min

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