Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime while it happens but does nothing to stop it. scOS is an active participant in your home's security. Our revolutionary MotionX technology moves beyond simple motion detection, which often triggers false alarms from spiders or wind. Instead, it focuses on 'important activity,' recognising people regardless of how they move or if they attempt to conceal their identity. Unlike standard systems that require you to draw complex motion masks, scOS works out of the box, automatically detecting your property boundaries. When a genuine threat is identified, the system doesn't just alert you; it intervenes with automatic light responses and escalating voice warnings from external IoT speakers. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard on duty 24/7.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand agnostic. If you already have a wired IP camera system from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, or Ubiquiti, we can likely transform those 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent scOS-powered network. During our professional UK installation, which typically takes between 4 and 6 hours, our engineers will assess your existing hardware. By connecting your current cameras to our Intelligence Hub, we can apply our MotionX AI and proactive protection features to your existing setup. This allows you to upgrade to world-class AI security without the cost of replacing every camera on your property, provided they meet the necessary technical standards for high-quality video feed integration.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation: the system learns your normal internal activity patterns and simulates them when you're away, making your home appear occupied to any onlookers. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour or person recognition (distinguishing family from strangers) the moment someone steps onto your property. Finally, if a threat is confirmed, the system initiates Active Intervention. This starts with instant illumination to let the intruder know they've been spotted, followed by escalating voice warnings delivered through external IoT speakers. These aren't just pre-recorded loops; they are AI-driven responses that grow more assertive if the intruder remains, effectively scaring them off before they ever reach your door.

Privacy and trust are at the core of scOS. We are a 100% UK-based company, and all your data is stored in secure UK data centres, fully compliant with GDPR regulations. Unlike many international competitors, we never sell your data. Our system uses a hybrid processing model: the scOS Intelligence Hub handles most of the heavy lifting locally on your property for speed and privacy, only escalating to our secure UK cloud when necessary for advanced AI analysis or remote access. You have total control over your footage, which is recorded 24/7 and stored for up to two weeks. You can access your data from anywhere in the world, knowing it is protected by British privacy standards.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you who is at the door once they've already arrived. scOS is a proactive intelligence system designed to stop crime before it happens. While a doorbell has a limited field of view, scOS monitors your entire property boundary. More importantly, doorbells rarely deter a determined criminal who is already at your threshold. scOS identifies threats as they approach your boundary and uses presence simulation and escalating voice deterrents to ensure they never get close enough to ring the bell. It’s a comprehensive security solution that protects your whole home, outbuildings, and vehicles, rather than just monitoring your front mat.

For Charlesworth residents commuting to Manchester or Sheffield, leaving the house empty for 10+ hours a day is a major concern. scOS's Presence Simulation is designed exactly for this. It doesn't just use simple timers; it replicates your actual habits—turning lights on in the kitchen when you'd usually make tea, or in the living room when you'd be watching TV. This makes your home look active and occupied throughout the day and evening, significantly reducing the chance of it being targeted by opportunistic burglars who monitor commuter patterns.

Charlesworth's position in the Peak District means it can face harsh winters and heavy fog. Our system is built for this. We use high-quality wired cameras that are weather-sealed, and our MotionX AI is trained to see through difficult conditions like heavy snow or mist. Unlike wireless systems that can fail in extreme cold or lose signal during storms, our wired infrastructure ensures 24/7 reliability. Furthermore, the AI focuses on human movement patterns, so it won't be confused by blowing snow or swaying trees during a Peak District gale.

Yes, scOS features DVLA Vehicle Recognition. This is particularly useful in villages like Charlesworth, where unusual vehicles can be easily spotted. The system logs the registrations of vehicles approaching your property and can alert you if a vehicle with cloned plates or a known history of suspicious activity is detected. This provides an extra layer of intelligence, helping you and the Derbyshire Constabulary stay one step ahead of organized vehicle crime or 'casing' activities.