Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it back later, which rarely helps recover stolen goods. scOS is a proactive intelligence system that stops crime before it happens. While standard systems rely on 'motion detection' that triggers for every passing cat or swaying branch, scOS uses our proprietary MotionX technology. MotionX focuses only on 'important activity,' meaning it ignores environmental noise and recognises human threats regardless of how they move or if they try to hide their shape. Furthermore, scOS doesn't just watch; it intervenes. Using external IoT speakers and lighting, it delivers automated voice warnings and illumination to deter intruders the moment they step onto your property, whereas traditional CCTV just watches them walk away with your belongings.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and can transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into a high-level intelligence network. We are compatible with most professional-grade wired IP cameras, including brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes 4 to 6 hours, our engineers will assess your current hardware. If your cameras are compatible, we simply connect them to our Intelligence Hub, which handles local processing before escalating data to the cloud. This allows you to upgrade to world-class AI protection without the cost of replacing every camera on your property, provided they meet the necessary technical standards for a wired connection.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer deterrent strategy. First is Presence Simulation: the system learns your daily habits and simulates human activity inside your home—such as lights turning on and off in specific patterns—to make the property look occupied even when you're away. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies a person the moment they cross your property boundary, even if they are wearing a mask or balaclava. Third is Active Intervention: if an intruder persists, the system triggers escalating responses. This starts with instant illumination and moves to authoritative voice warnings delivered via external IoT speakers. Unlike a simple alarm, these warnings let the criminal know they have been specifically detected by an AI system, usually causing them to flee immediately.

Your privacy is our priority, which is why scOS is a 100% UK-based operation. Unlike many competitors who ship data to overseas servers, all scOS data is processed and stored in secure UK-based data centres. We are fully GDPR compliant, ensuring that your video feeds and personal information remain your property and are never sold to third parties. Our system uses a hybrid approach: the scOS Intelligence Hub processes video locally on your premises for speed and privacy, only escalating relevant events to our secure cloud for 24/7 recording and remote access. You have total control over your data, with up to two weeks of continuous recording accessible only to you through our secure app.

A video doorbell is essentially a digital peephole; it tells you who is at the door once they've already arrived. In contrast, scOS is a comprehensive property-wide intelligence system designed to stop a crime before the criminal even reaches your door. While doorbells often suffer from 'notification fatigue' due to false alarms and have a limited field of view, scOS monitors your entire property boundary with zero false alarms thanks to MotionX. Furthermore, doorbells are often wireless and easily jammed; scOS uses professional wired connections for total reliability. While a doorbell might record someone stealing a parcel, scOS uses proactive voice deterrents and presence simulation to ensure the thief never feels comfortable enough to step onto your driveway in the first place.

In Ainsworth, where many residents have lived for years, privacy is paramount. scOS does not use facial recognition, which often involves storing sensitive biometric data. Instead, we use 'Person Recognition' based on behaviour and patterns. The system learns to recognise your family and regular visitors (like the postman) by how they interact with your property. This allows scOS to provide intelligent alerts—knowing the difference between your son coming home from football and a stranger loitering by your back door—without ever needing to store or process facial biometrics. Your privacy is maintained while your security is enhanced.

Ainsworth's location between Bury and Bolton means it can be a target for thieves who use masks or balaclavas to avoid being identified by traditional CCTV. scOS features 'Covered Face Detection,' which is an AI-driven alert specifically for people attempting to hide their identity. If someone enters your property with their face obscured, scOS doesn't just record them; it treats it as a high-level threat. The system can instantly trigger external lights and a voice warning, letting the intruder know that their presence has been detected by an intelligent system, which is usually enough to make them leave immediately.

scOS is a complete, professionally installed solution. Our UK-based engineers handle everything in a single visit, which usually takes between 4 and 6 hours. We don't just 'hang cameras'; we install an Intelligence Hub, set up your external IoT speakers, and calibrate the AI to your specific property boundaries in Ainsworth. We use high-quality wired connections to ensure your system is immune to the 'jamming' techniques that criminals use against wireless DIY systems. Once installed, the system is fully automated, providing you with 24/7 proactive protection without you needing to lift a finger.