Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it later. scOS is a proactive guardian. The core difference lies in our MotionX technology, which doesn't just see movement—it understands activity. Unlike standard systems that require you to draw complex 'motion masks' to avoid alerts from swaying trees or passing cars, MotionX works out of the box to identify 'important activity.' It ignores spiders, cobwebs, and wind, focusing solely on human behaviour. When a threat is detected, scOS doesn't just record; it intervenes. It uses external IoT speakers to deliver AI-driven voice warnings and triggers instant illumination to deter the intruder before they ever reach your door. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a security guard.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic. If you have a modern, wired IP camera system—such as Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, or Ubiquiti—our Intelligence Hub can likely transform those 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent AI network. During our professional UK installation, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your existing hardware. By connecting your current cameras to the scOS Hub, we enable features like MotionX detection and DVLA vehicle recognition on your existing feeds. 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 wired connectivity.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer deterrent strategy to stop criminals in their tracks. The first layer is Presence Simulation; the system learns your home's normal activity patterns and simulates them when you're away, making the house appear occupied to anyone watching. The second layer is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour at the very edge of your property boundary—even if the intruder is wearing a mask or trying to hide their shape. Finally, if a threat is confirmed, the system initiates Active Intervention. This involves escalating responses, starting with automatic lighting and moving to authoritative voice warnings delivered via external IoT speakers. By intervening early, scOS prevents the crime from happening rather than just documenting it.

Your privacy is our priority. Unlike many global security brands, scOS is 100% UK-based. This means your data is stored in secure UK data centres and is fully GDPR compliant. We use 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 analysis or remote access. Your data remains yours; we never sell your information to third parties. You have full control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and can be accessed securely from anywhere in the world via our encrypted app.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at your front door, often after they've already pressed the button or triggered a PIR sensor. scOS provides whole-property intelligence. While a doorbell covers a few square metres, scOS monitors your entire boundary, including side gates, gardens, and driveways. More importantly, scOS is designed to stop crime before it happens. While a doorbell might capture a recording of a package thief, scOS uses AI to detect that person the moment they step onto your land, deterring them with lights and voice warnings before they get near your door. It’s a comprehensive security solution versus a simple digital peephole.

For Crowhurst residents who commute to London or nearby towns, Presence Simulation is a vital feature. It goes beyond simple timers by learning your actual lighting and activity patterns. When you're away, scOS mimics these behaviours—turning lights on and off in different rooms just as you would. This makes your home look genuinely occupied, which is the most effective way to discourage burglars who are scouting for empty houses during the working day. It provides a powerful, 'invisible' layer of protection that works while you're on the train.

scOS is designed to be incredibly user-friendly. Our 'scOS Director' is a conversational AI that lets you talk to your security system. Instead of hunting through hours of footage, you can simply ask, 'Was there anyone at the back gate today?' or 'Did the delivery arrive?' The system will instantly provide you with the relevant information. This makes managing your home security as easy as sending a text message, giving you instant peace of mind without any technical headache.

In a village like Crowhurst, suspicious vehicles can often be a precursor to a break-in. scOS includes DVLA vehicle recognition, which checks the registration of any car entering your driveway against the national database. If the system detects a vehicle with cloned plates or one that doesn't belong, it can immediately alert you or trigger a deterrent response. This proactive identification of suspicious vehicles provides an extra layer of security that traditional CCTV simply cannot offer.