Traditional CCTV is passive; it simply records a crime while it happens, leaving you with grainy footage of a person in a hoodie. scOS is proactive, using our proprietary MotionX technology to monitor your property in real-time. Unlike standard systems that rely on 'motion masks' and are plagued by false alarms from spiders or wind, MotionX identifies 'important activity'—specifically human behaviour. It recognises people regardless of how they are dressed or moving, and instead of just watching, it intervenes with automatic lighting and voice deterrents to stop the intruder before they reach your home.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic. If you have existing wired IP cameras from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, or Ubiquiti, our Intelligence Hub can often transform them from 'dumb' recording devices into an intelligent, proactive system. During our professional UK installation, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your current hardware to ensure it meets the technical requirements for scOS integration, allowing you to upgrade your security without necessarily replacing every camera.

scOS uses a three-layered approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation, which learns your home's normal activity patterns and replicates them when you're away, making the house appear occupied. Second is MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious human activity the moment someone crosses your property boundary—no 'tripwires' required. Finally, if a threat is detected, the system triggers an escalating response: instant illumination followed by authoritative voice warnings from external IoT speakers. This combination of appearing home and actively challenging intruders is designed to make criminals move on to an easier target.

Your privacy is our priority. Unlike many competitors, scOS is 100% UK-based, meaning your data is stored in secure UK data centres and is fully GDPR compliant. We use a hybrid processing model: the scOS Intelligence Hub processes data locally for speed and privacy, only escalating to the cloud for advanced analysis and remote access. Your footage is recorded 24/7 and stored for up to two weeks, and most importantly, your data belongs to you—we never sell or share your personal information.

A video doorbell only tells you someone is at your front door, often after they've already pressed it or triggered a late notification. scOS protects your entire property boundary. It doesn't just show you who is there; it actively stops crime from happening by detecting intruders at the edge of your garden or driveway. While a doorbell is a reactive tool, scOS is a comprehensive intelligence system that provides proactive protection for your whole home, ensuring you aren't just watching a burglary in progress on your phone.

Cirencester attracts many visitors, which can make it hard to spot someone who doesn't belong. scOS uses Person Recognition to learn the typical behaviour of your family and regular visitors. It doesn't use facial recognition; instead, it flags anomalies—like someone loitering in a specific area or approaching the house in a suspicious manner—allowing you to distinguish between a lost tourist and a potential threat.

Presence Simulation is ideal for Cotswold residents who may travel frequently. The system doesn't just use timers; it replicates your actual living patterns, such as turning on the kitchen light in the morning or the lounge lights in the evening. This makes your home look genuinely occupied, which is the most effective way to deter burglars who target high-value properties in the area.

Yes. scOS is a wired system, which is far more secure than wireless alternatives. Wireless cameras can be easily 'jammed' by criminals using inexpensive devices. By using a wired connection, scOS ensures that your security remains online and functional even if a sophisticated intruder attempts to disrupt your WiFi or radio signals.