Most CCTV systems are passive, meaning they only record footage for you to look at after a crime has been committed. scOS is an active intelligence system designed to prevent crime. The core of this is our MotionX technology, which identifies 'important activity' rather than just simple motion. In a village like Brompton, traditional cameras might be triggered by wind in the trees or a neighbour's cat, but MotionX ignores these, focusing only on genuine threats like a person loitering near your property. This high level of accuracy allows scOS to take autonomous action—such as activating lights and voice deterrents—the moment a threat is detected, stopping criminals in their tracks.

Yes, scOS is brand-agnostic and can integrate with most existing wired IP camera systems, such as Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, or Reolink. During our professional installation—which is handled by our UK-based team and typically takes 4-6 hours—we will assess your current hardware and connect it to our scOS Intelligence Hub. This effectively 'upgrades' your existing cameras, giving them the power of AI monitoring, vehicle recognition, and proactive deterrents. It’s a cost-effective way to get state-of-the-art security for your Brompton home without having to replace your entire existing setup.

scOS uses a three-layer deterrent system to keep your home safe. First is Presence Simulation: the AI learns your daily routines and mimics them when you're away, such as turning internal lights on and off to make the house look occupied. Second is MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious human activity even if someone is trying to hide their face or silhouette. Third is Active Intervention: if an intruder is detected, scOS uses external IoT speakers to deliver escalating voice warnings and activates powerful lighting. This immediate response tells the criminal they’ve been spotted, removing their anonymity and usually causing them to leave immediately.

Your data privacy is paramount. 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 other systems, we never sell your data to third parties. We use a hybrid processing model where the scOS Intelligence Hub processes most information locally on your property for speed and privacy. Only when necessary is data escalated to our secure UK cloud for advanced analysis or remote viewing. You have complete control and can access up to two weeks of 24/7 recorded footage from anywhere via our secure app.

A video doorbell is a reactive device that only covers your front door. It tells you someone is there, but it doesn't stop them from being there. scOS provides proactive, whole-property protection. It monitors your entire boundary—including driveways, side gates, and gardens—and takes action to deter intruders before they even get close to your door. In Brompton, where properties may have multiple entry points or outbuildings, a doorbell simply isn't enough. scOS uses AI-driven lights and voice warnings to stop a crime before it happens, rather than just recording it for the police later.

Brompton’s location near Northallerton and the A19 makes it a potential target for vehicle-related crime. scOS includes DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which identifies any vehicle that enters your property. It checks registrations against the DVLA database and can flag suspicious vehicles or cloned plates. This is an essential feature for protecting high-value cars on your driveway. If an unrecognised or suspicious vehicle pulls up, scOS can alert you immediately, giving you an early warning before any attempt is made on your property or vehicles.

Many homes in Brompton have garages, sheds, or workshops containing valuable tools and equipment. scOS uses Automatic Property Boundary Detection to monitor these areas without the need for complex manual setup. The AI understands the layout of your land and will treat an approach to an outbuilding with the same level of security as an approach to your front door. If someone is detected near your shed at an unusual hour, scOS can trigger escalating deterrents like lights and voice warnings to protect your belongings before any break-in occurs.

While Brompton has a lower crime rate than the national average, its property crime rate of 19.22 per 1,000 residents shows that it is not immune to theft. Criminals often target quiet villages like Brompton because they expect residents to be less vigilant. scOS helps you avoid complacency by providing 24/7 AI-driven monitoring. The system never gets tired or distracted, ensuring that your home is always protected. By having a visible and active deterrent system, you make your home a 'hard target,' encouraging opportunistic criminals to move on to easier, less protected properties.