scOS is a proactive intelligence system, whereas traditional CCTV is a passive recording tool. In the Boldons, standard systems might capture footage of a burglary, but scOS is designed to stop it from happening. Our MotionX AI is the core difference; it identifies 'important activity'—like a person approaching your garage—while ignoring distractions like wind, pets, or shadows. Unlike old-fashioned systems, scOS doesn't need you to set up complex zones; it automatically knows where your property ends. When a threat is detected, scOS takes action with voice warnings and light responses, providing a level of active defence that traditional cameras simply cannot offer.

Yes, scOS is brand agnostic and designed to work with most professional wired IP cameras. If you already have a system from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, or Reolink installed at your East or West Boldon home, we can often integrate it with our scOS Intelligence Hub. This upgrade transforms your existing cameras into an AI-powered security network. During our professional UK installation, our engineers will perform a full assessment to ensure your current hardware can support our advanced MotionX detection and proactive deterrent features, allowing you to benefit from scOS intelligence without needing to replace all your existing equipment.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer approach to keep your home safe. The first layer is Presence Simulation, which uses AI to mimic your internal lighting and activity patterns when you're away, making your home appear occupied. The second layer is our MotionX detection, which identifies people on your property regardless of how they are moving or if they are trying to hide their face. The final layer is active intervention: if a threat is confirmed, the system uses external IoT speakers to deliver voice warnings and activates intelligent lighting. This escalating response is designed to deter criminals at the boundary, long before they reach your door.

Your data privacy is paramount. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, and all our data centres and support operations are located within the UK. We are fully GDPR compliant, and we never sell or share your data with third parties. Our system processes most information locally on your scOS Intelligence Hub for maximum privacy and speed, only using our secure UK cloud for advanced AI tasks and to provide you with remote access to your 24/7 recordings. You have complete control over your data, which is stored securely for up to two weeks, ensuring your Boldon home is protected without compromising your privacy.

A video doorbell only covers a small fraction of your property and is often easily bypassed or jammed. scOS provides comprehensive, whole-property protection. It is a professionally installed, wired system that is much more resilient than wireless doorbells. While a doorbell might tell you someone is at the door, scOS monitors your entire boundary and uses proactive AI to stop intruders before they even get close to your entrance. For residents in East and West Boldon, scOS offers a robust, professional-grade security solution that far exceeds the limited capabilities of a standard consumer doorbell camera.

The Boldons are well-connected via the A19 and A184, which unfortunately makes them accessible to organised vehicle thieves. scOS includes DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which checks the number plates of any car entering your property against the national database. This allows the system to distinguish between your own cars, known visitors, and suspicious or cloned vehicles. If an unrecognised vehicle is detected, scOS can immediately alert you and initiate deterrent protocols, providing an essential layer of protection for your cars and giving you peace of mind that your driveway is being intelligently monitored.

Yes, scOS is designed to be incredibly user-friendly. One of our standout features is scOS Director, a conversational AI that lets you interact with your security system using natural language. Instead of hunting through hours of video, you can simply ask, "Was there anyone at the back gate this morning?" or "When did the kids get home?" The AI will provide you with an instant answer. This makes managing your home security as easy as sending a text message, perfect for busy residents in East and West Boldon who want high-level security without the technical headache.

Our MotionX technology is specifically engineered to eliminate the false alarms that plague traditional motion sensors. It ignores common triggers like spiders, cobwebs, swaying trees, and animals, focusing only on 'important activity'—primarily the movement of people and vehicles. This means you won't be woken up at 2 AM by a fox or a windy night. In the Boldons, where gardens and foliage are common, this precision is invaluable. You can trust that when scOS sends you an alert, it is because there is something genuine that requires your attention, providing true peace of mind.