Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it later, often too late to do anything. scOS is a proactive intelligence system. While standard systems rely on 'motion detection' that triggers for every passing seagull or swaying branch on the Norfolk coast, our MotionX technology focuses only on 'important activity.' It recognises people and vehicles regardless of how they move or if they try to hide their face. Most importantly, scOS doesn't just watch; it intervenes. By using automatic property boundary detection, it knows exactly where your land starts. If a threat is detected, it triggers instant light responses and voice warnings through external IoT speakers to deter the intruder before they ever reach your door. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard on duty 24/7.

Absolutely. scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic, meaning we can often transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into a high-intelligence network. We work with most professional wired IP camera brands, including Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation—which typically takes just 4 to 6 hours—our engineers will assess your current hardware. If your cameras are compatible, we simply connect them to our Intelligence Hub. This hub processes the video feed locally before escalating important events to our UK-based cloud for deeper analysis. This saves you the cost of a full hardware rip-and-replace while giving you access to cutting-edge AI features like MotionX and scOS Director. It’s the smartest way to upgrade your Cromer home’s security without starting from scratch.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer deterrent strategy to stop criminals in their tracks. The first layer is Presence Simulation. This makes your home appear occupied even when you’re out for dinner on the Pier by simulating natural human activity patterns inside the house. The second layer is our MotionX detection. Unlike basic sensors, MotionX identifies people even if they are wearing masks or hoods, ensuring no threat goes unnoticed. Once a person crosses your property boundary, the third layer—Active Intervention—kicks in. This involves an escalating response: first, instant illumination to let the intruder know they’ve been spotted, followed by clear voice warnings from external IoT speakers. By removing the element of surprise and making the intruder feel watched, scOS effectively prevents crimes before they occur.

Privacy is at the core of scOS. Unlike many international brands that send your footage to overseas servers, scOS is 100% UK-based. Your data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub for immediate action and then securely backed up to our UK-based data centres. We are fully GDPR compliant, and we believe your data belongs to you. We never sell your information or allow unauthorised access. You have full control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and accessible only by you through our secure app. By keeping everything within the UK—from our support teams to our servers—we ensure that your home’s intelligence remains private, secure, and under your total control at all times.

A video doorbell is a great tool for seeing who is at the door, but it is not a security system. Most doorbells only trigger when someone is already on your doorstep, and they often suffer from 'notification fatigue' due to false alarms. scOS provides whole-property protection. It monitors your entire boundary, not just the front door, and uses MotionX to eliminate false alarms from pets or wind. While a doorbell might show you a package being stolen, scOS is designed to stop the thief from even stepping onto your driveway. With features like DVLA vehicle recognition and escalating voice deterrents, scOS offers a level of proactive intelligence that a simple doorbell camera simply cannot match. It’s the difference between a doorbell and a fortress.

Cromer’s coastal environment can be tough on electronics, with salt air and high winds. Furthermore, traditional motion sensors are often plagued by false alarms caused by seagulls or spiders spinning webs across the lens. scOS is built to handle this. Our MotionX technology is specifically designed to ignore environmental factors like wind, rain, and insects. It focuses purely on 'important activity'—human and vehicle movement. Additionally, we prefer wired installations over wireless ones. Wired systems are far more reliable in coastal areas where Wi-Fi signals can be inconsistent, and they cannot be jammed by criminals using cheap signal blockers. This ensures your protection remains constant, regardless of the Norfolk weather.

While Cromer enjoys a lower crime rate than the national average, property crime still accounts for a significant portion of local incidents. Criminals often target coastal towns because they perceive them as 'soft targets' with many holiday homes or retired residents who may be less vigilant. scOS ensures you don't become a statistic by maintaining a proactive stance. Our Presence Simulation is particularly effective here, making your home look active even during the quieter winter months. By choosing scOS, you are sending a clear message that your property is protected by the latest AI technology, making it a much less attractive prospect for opportunists travelling along the A149.

Norfolk Constabulary does a fantastic job, but they cannot be everywhere at once. scOS acts as your first line of defence, providing the immediate intervention that a police force physically can't. When scOS detects a boundary breach, it reacts in milliseconds with lights and voice warnings. This immediate response often scares off intruders before they can cause damage or enter your home. Furthermore, scOS provides high-quality, 24/7 recording and DVLA-linked vehicle recognition. If an incident does occur, you will have clear, actionable evidence—including number plates and person descriptions—to hand over to the police, significantly increasing the chances of a successful investigation and recovery of property.