Standard CCTV is a passive observer that merely records a crime while it happens, often leaving you with nothing but grainy footage of a person in a hoodie. scOS transforms your security into a proactive guardian using our proprietary MotionX technology. Unlike traditional systems that rely on crude motion masks and trigger constant false alarms from swaying trees or passing cats, MotionX understands 'important activity.' It recognises human behaviour and property boundaries automatically, meaning it only alerts you when a genuine threat is detected. Furthermore, scOS doesn't just watch; it intervenes. By using external IoT speakers and automated lighting, the system actively challenges intruders before they even reach your door, providing a level of protection that a standard 'dumb' camera simply cannot match.

Absolutely. One of the core strengths of scOS is its brand-agnostic nature. We designed our Intelligence Hub to be compatible with almost any professional-grade wired IP camera, including popular brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes between 4 and 6 hours, our engineers will assess your existing hardware. If your cameras are compatible, we can 'brain-swap' your system, turning your existing passive cameras into an intelligent, AI-driven network. This not only saves you money on hardware but also significantly reduces electronic waste. We prefer wired connections over wireless because they are far more reliable and cannot be defeated by the simple WiFi jamming devices that are increasingly used by modern burglars.

scOS employs a sophisticated three-layer deterrent strategy designed to stop criminals at every stage of an attempted break-in. The first layer is Presence Simulation; when you are away, scOS uses AI to simulate natural human activity patterns inside your home, making it appear occupied to anyone scouting the area. If a prowler ignores this and enters your property, our MotionX technology instantly identifies them as a person, regardless of whether they are wearing a mask or trying to hide their silhouette. This triggers the third layer: Active Intervention. The system automatically illuminates the area and delivers escalating voice warnings through external IoT speakers. These aren't pre-recorded loops but AI-driven responses that let the intruder know they have been detected and their presence is being recorded, usually causing them to flee immediately.

At scOS, we take a 'privacy-first' approach to home intelligence. Unlike many consumer-grade security companies that ship your data to overseas servers, scOS is 100% UK-based. Your data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub for immediate response, and then securely escalated to our UK-based data centres for cloud storage and remote access. We are fully GDPR compliant, and we believe that your data belongs to you. We never sell your information to third parties or use your footage for anything other than your own security. 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. Your home's privacy is as important to us as its security.

A video doorbell is essentially a digital peephole; it tells you who is at the door once they have already arrived. In contrast, scOS is a comprehensive property-wide intelligence system designed to stop crime before it reaches your front door. While a doorbell might capture a package thief, scOS monitors your entire property boundary, detecting suspicious behaviour at the edge of your land. Because we use professional-grade wired cameras and external IoT speakers, we provide a much higher level of reliability and deterrent power. A doorbell cannot simulate your presence when you're on holiday, nor can it distinguish between a neighbour's cat and a person hiding their face with a balaclava. scOS offers proactive, escalating responses that turn your home into a hard target, rather than just a witness.

Great Clifton’s location near the A66 makes it accessible for those scouting for targets. scOS features DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which is a powerful tool for identifying suspicious cars. The system automatically reads registration plates and can flag vehicles that have been seen multiple times or those with suspicious credentials. If a vehicle lingers near your property, scOS can alert you before anyone even steps out of the car. This is a level of proactive intelligence that standard home security systems simply don't offer, providing an extra layer of safety for your family.

Yes, scOS is designed to be highly effective even in the dark. Our MotionX technology doesn't rely on simple visual motion; it uses advanced AI to recognise the 'shape' and 'behaviour' of a person, even in low-light conditions. When a person is detected at night, the system can automatically trigger external lighting to illuminate the area. This not only provides better footage but also acts as an immediate deterrent, letting the intruder know they have been spotted. This is particularly useful for the quieter residential streets of Great Clifton where street lighting may be limited.

Presence Simulation is one of our most effective deterrents. When you're away from home, scOS uses AI to learn your typical indoor activity patterns and then simulates them using your smart home devices. This makes it look like someone is moving from room to room, turning lights on and off in a natural way. To a burglar scouting Great Clifton, your home will appear occupied, making it a much less attractive target. It’s a sophisticated, 'passive' layer of security that works to prevent a break-in before an intruder even sets foot on your property.