Standard CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime while it happens but does nothing to stop it. scOS is a proactive AI system. While traditional systems rely on 'motion detection' which is often triggered by wind, rain, or spiders, scOS uses our proprietary MotionX technology. MotionX is trained to identify 'important activity'—specifically human behaviour—meaning it ignores the false alarms that plague other systems. Furthermore, scOS doesn't just watch; it acts. By using automatic property boundary detection, the system knows exactly where your land starts. If an intruder crosses that line, scOS can trigger instant light responses and escalating voice warnings from external IoT speakers to deter the criminal before they ever reach your door. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and can transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent security network. We work with most professional-grade wired IP cameras, including popular brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your current hardware. If your cameras are compatible, we simply connect them to our scOS Intelligence Hub. This hub processes the video feed locally before escalating critical data to our secure UK cloud. This means you don't need to rip out your existing infrastructure to benefit from world-class AI protection, vehicle recognition, and proactive deterrents. It is a cost-effective way to upgrade to the most advanced home intelligence available.

scOS employs a sophisticated three-layer deterrent strategy designed to stop criminals at every stage of an attempted break-in. The first layer is Presence Simulation. This is a passive deterrent that makes your home appear occupied by simulating human activity patterns inside the house while you are away, discouraging burglars from even choosing your property. The second layer is our MotionX detection. Unlike basic sensors, MotionX recognises people regardless of how they move or if they attempt to conceal their identity with hoods or masks. Finally, if a threat is detected on your property, scOS initiates Active Intervention. This involves instant illumination of the area and escalating voice warnings delivered through external IoT speakers. These warnings become progressively more assertive if the intruder remains, making it clear that the property is being actively monitored by an intelligent system.

At scOS, we take a 'privacy by design' approach. We are a 100% UK-based company, which means all your data is stored in secure UK data centres and is fully GDPR compliant. Unlike many international competitors, we never sell your data to third parties. The system uses a hybrid processing model: the scOS Intelligence Hub at your property handles the initial AI analysis locally. Only when 'important activity' is detected is the data escalated to our secure cloud for further processing and to allow you to access recordings from anywhere in the world. You maintain full control over your footage, which is recorded 24/7 and stored for up to two weeks. Your home is your private sanctuary, and our technology is built to protect that privacy, not compromise it.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at your door, often after they have already pressed the button or been spotted by the camera's limited field of view. scOS is a comprehensive home intelligence system that protects your entire property, not just the front door. While a doorbell might show you a package being stolen, scOS is designed to stop the thief from even stepping onto your driveway. By using automatic boundary detection and MotionX technology, scOS identifies threats at the edge of your property. It provides a proactive response through lights and voice deterrents that a doorbell simply cannot match. Furthermore, scOS is a hardwired system, making it immune to the WiFi jamming techniques that many modern criminals use to bypass wireless doorbell cameras.

Bishops Lydeard is a popular destination for visitors to the West Somerset Railway and the Quantock Hills. While this tourism is vital for the village, it can lead to increased traffic and unfamiliar faces. scOS’s Person Recognition is designed to learn the difference between your family and strangers based on their behaviour and frequency of visits. It doesn't use facial recognition, so it's completely private, but it will alert you if someone who doesn't belong is lingering near your property, allowing you to enjoy the village's charm with total peace of mind.

The A358 is a busy route that passes right by Bishops Lydeard, and it can be used by criminals to scout for targets. scOS features DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which automatically logs the registration plates of vehicles that enter your property's vicinity. It can identify if a vehicle has been flagged for suspicious activity or is using cloned plates. This provides an essential early warning system for residents, allowing you to be aware of potential threats before they even step out of their car.

While Bishops Lydeard is a safe village, Avon and Somerset Constabulary data shows that property crime can still occur. scOS’s Presence Simulation is the perfect deterrent for when you're out enjoying the Quantocks or away on holiday. It makes your home look active and lived-in by simulating realistic human activity patterns inside. This ensures that your home never looks like an easy target, maintaining the safety and security that makes Bishops Lydeard such a wonderful place to live.