Most CCTV systems are passive, meaning they only record crime as it happens. scOS is a proactive system that uses AI to stop crime before it occurs. The key is our MotionX technology, which identifies 'important activity' rather than just movement. This eliminates the false alarms common with traditional systems—like those caused by wind in the Hampshire countryside or pets—and requires no manual setup of motion zones. When a person is detected on your property, scOS takes action with lights and voice warnings. It’s an intelligent, self-thinking system that acts as a 24/7 digital guard for your Bentley home, rather than just a silent witness.

Absolutely. scOS is brand agnostic and designed to work with the majority of professional wired IP cameras, including brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. Our professional UK-based installers can usually integrate your existing cameras into the scOS Intelligence Hub in a single day (4-6 hours). This allows you to upgrade to our advanced AI features, such as MotionX and Presence Simulation, without the expense of replacing your entire camera setup. We prefer wired systems over wireless because they are more reliable and cannot be jammed, making your existing wired infrastructure a perfect foundation for scOS.

scOS deters criminals through a three-stage proactive response. First, Presence Simulation uses AI to mimic your daily activity patterns inside the house, making your Bentley home look occupied even when you're commuting or on holiday. Second, if someone enters your property, our MotionX AI detects them instantly, even if they are trying to hide their face or figure. Third, the system triggers an escalating response using external IoT speakers and lighting. These voice warnings and instant illumination let the intruder know they have been spotted by an intelligent system, which is usually enough to make them leave immediately.

Your data security and privacy are our top priorities. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, and all your data is stored in secure UK data centres in full compliance with GDPR. Unlike many smart home brands, we never sell your data. The system uses a local Intelligence Hub to process activity on-site, only using our secure UK cloud for escalation and remote access. You have full control over your 24/7 recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks. This ensures that your Bentley property's security data stays private, secure, and under your control at all times.

A video doorbell only covers your front door and is often reactive, alerting you only when someone is already there. scOS provides whole-property intelligence, monitoring your entire boundary and detecting threats the moment they step onto your land. Because scOS is proactive, it can intervene with voice warnings and lights to stop a crime, whereas a doorbell usually just records it. Additionally, scOS uses reliable wired connections that can't be defeated by WiFi jammers, providing a much higher level of security for Bentley residents than a simple consumer-grade doorbell.

Bentley is a beautiful, low-crime village, but its location on the A31 corridor makes it accessible to opportunistic thieves who target affluent areas. Low crime rates can sometimes lead to complacency, which is exactly what criminals look for. scOS ensures you stay protected without having to worry about it. Our system is always on, always learning, and always ready to intervene. By having a proactive system like scOS, you are making your home a 'hard target,' which is the best way to maintain the safety and peace of Bentley.

Yes, scOS is perfect for commuters. Our Presence Simulation is specifically designed for people who are away from home during the day. It doesn't just turn lights on and off on a timer; it learns your actual patterns and replicates them realistically. You can also use scOS Director, our conversational AI, to check in on your home from the train or office. Just ask, 'Has anyone been to the front door today?' or 'Is everything secure?' and get an instant, natural language update on your Bentley property.

scOS is designed to handle the complexities of rural and village properties. Our Automatic Property Boundary Detection means the AI automatically knows where your property ends, so you don't have to worry about setting up complicated zones. If you have a large garden or a long driveway, MotionX will still accurately detect people and vehicles. Furthermore, our system is built to ignore the common 'false triggers' found in Bentley, such as wildlife or moving trees, ensuring that when you get an alert, it's actually important.