Most CCTV systems are passive—they record footage that you check *after* a break-in. scOS is actively intelligent. Our AI monitors your cameras 24/7, detects suspicious activity in real time, and responds within seconds using three protective layers: Presence Simulation (mimicking occupancy with lights and audio), MotionX detection (advanced person and vehicle recognition), and Active Intervention (audio warnings that deter criminals before they strike). Your old CCTV answers the question 'What happened?' scOS prevents the break-in entirely.

Yes. scOS works with most wired IP cameras (ONVIF-compatible), so you likely won't need to replace your existing setup. Our Intelligence Hub connects to your existing cameras and immediately upgrades them with AI-powered monitoring. If you don't have cameras yet, we can recommend compatible options that work seamlessly with scOS. Either way, you're protected without costly rewiring or camera replacement.

scOS stops criminals at three critical moments. First, Presence Simulation makes your home look occupied—lights turn on, audio plays, and motion is detected—convincing intruders that someone's home when you're away. Second, our MotionX AI detects suspicious people and vehicles with remarkable accuracy, eliminating false alarms that plague traditional motion sensors. Third, Active Intervention activates an audio warning the instant a threat is detected, which research shows is the #1 deterrent for opportunistic criminals. Combined, these layers turn your property into a harder target than the unprotected homes nearby.

Your footage and metadata are stored in UK-based data centres and fully encrypted in transit and at rest. We comply with GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, giving you complete control over your data. We never sell or share your information with third parties. Local processing happens on your Intelligence Hub, so sensitive activity detection starts at your property—only essential summaries and alerts are sent to the cloud for storage and your notifications.

A video doorbell shows you who's at your front door (after they've already arrived), but scOS protects your entire property 24/7. While doorbells are reactive—you see a threat after it happens—scOS is proactive and preventive. scOS detects people before they reach your door, monitors your sides and back where criminals often enter, and automatically activates deterrents without you needing to press a button. A doorbell answers; scOS acts.

The Intelligence Hub is a small, fanless device that connects to your home network and powers all of scOS's AI features. It performs advanced detection locally, reducing latency and keeping data private. We offer professional installation for complete peace of mind, including camera positioning advice and network configuration. However, if you're tech-confident, self-setup is straightforward—the Hub connects to your WiFi or Ethernet, and the mobile app walks you through integration with your existing cameras step-by-step.

Detection and response happen in seconds. When MotionX detects a suspicious person or vehicle, our system immediately activates audio deterrents and sends you a real-time alert with video footage. Most criminals evaluate a property in under 10 seconds; scOS responds faster than that. The entire cycle—detection, processing, and intervention—completes before an intruder has time to force entry or move deeper onto your property.

We're honest: scOS requires an internet connection for its AI features to work. Your cameras will continue recording locally to storage during an outage, and footage is synced to the cloud once your connection is restored. However, live alerts, presence simulation, and MotionX monitoring pause until connectivity returns. This is why we recommend a stable internet connection and backup power (UPS) for your Intelligence Hub—most Cardiff homes with modern broadband won't experience meaningful downtime.

Yes. The Intelligence Hub integrates with popular smart home platforms, so you can check camera feeds through existing voice assistants and automate responses alongside other smart devices. For example, when a threat is detected, scOS can trigger smart lights, external speakers, or door locks as part of your response protocol.

scOS pricing is simple: per-camera monitoring at just 63p per day, with no hidden fees or property size multipliers. You pay only for the cameras you protect, and you can start with one camera and expand whenever you're ready. A professional installation quote is free and tailored to your property. Get your personalized pricing estimate by entering your email below.