Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it later, which rarely leads to a conviction. scOS transforms your security into an active participant using our proprietary MotionX technology. Unlike standard systems that rely on 'motion masks' and frequently trigger false alarms from spiders, wind, or shadows, MotionX is trained to recognise 'important activity' only. It understands the difference between a swaying branch and a person attempting to conceal themselves. When a genuine threat is detected, scOS doesn't just record—it intervenes with automatic light responses and voice deterrents to stop the intruder before they reach your door. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard on duty 24/7.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and works with almost any professional-grade wired IP camera system, including Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. We don't believe in forcing you to buy new hardware if your existing cameras are high-quality. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your current setup. We then connect your cameras to our scOS Intelligence Hub, which provides the local processing power needed to turn 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent, proactive AI system. This allows you to upgrade your home security to the latest AI standards without the cost and waste of a full hardware replacement.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation, which uses AI to learn your home's normal activity patterns and replicates them when you're away, making the house appear occupied. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour—such as someone lingering or covering their face—regardless of how they move. Finally, if a threat is confirmed, the system triggers an Active Intervention. This includes instant illumination from external lights and escalating voice warnings delivered through external IoT speakers. By detecting the intruder at the property boundary and responding immediately, scOS removes the element of surprise and forces the criminal to flee before any damage is done.

At scOS, we take a 'privacy by design' approach. We are a 100% UK-based company, meaning all our support, data centres, and operations are right here in Britain. Your data is fully GDPR compliant and remains your property; we never sell or share your footage with third parties. Our system uses 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. 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 that tells you someone is at your door—often when it's already too late. scOS is a proactive, whole-property intelligence system. While a doorbell only covers a narrow field of view at your entrance, scOS monitors your entire property boundary, including side gates, gardens, and driveways. Our AI detects threats the moment they step onto your land, not just when they press a button. Furthermore, doorbells rely on you being available to answer a notification; scOS acts autonomously to deter intruders using voice and light, even if you're asleep or on holiday. It doesn't just show you a crime; it prevents it from happening.

Great Horkesley is a popular village for Colchester commuters, meaning many homes are left empty during the working day. scOS features advanced Presence Simulation, which uses AI to learn your typical indoor activity—like when lights go on or when certain rooms are used—and replicates these patterns while you're at work or on holiday. Unlike simple timers, this simulation is dynamic and realistic, making it impossible for a burglar watching the street to tell that the house is actually empty. This primary layer of deterrence ensures your home never looks like an easy target, even when you're miles away on the train or in the office.

The A134 is a busy artery through Great Horkesley, bringing a high volume of transient traffic past your doorstep. scOS includes DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which automatically logs the registration plates of any vehicle that enters your driveway. The system checks these against the DVLA database to identify cloned plates or vehicles that don't match their official records. If a suspicious vehicle lingers near your property, scOS can alert you via the app or trigger a proactive voice deterrent to let the driver know they have been identified. This is a powerful tool for preventing 'car-key' burglaries and vehicle theft, which are common concerns in well-connected Essex villages.

Essex Police cover a wide area, and in a village like Great Horkesley, you need a system that can stand its ground until help arrives. scOS is designed for autonomous intervention. If our MotionX AI detects a person attempting to breach your boundary or covering their face, it doesn't just send a notification—it takes action. The system can trigger escalating voice warnings from external speakers, such as 'You are being monitored by AI security,' followed by more direct commands if the intruder persists. This immediate response often scares off criminals before they even attempt to break a window, providing a level of protection that passive CCTV simply cannot match.