Traditional CCTV is a passive observer that merely records your property being burgled, whereas scOS is a proactive intelligence system designed to stop crime before it happens. Our revolutionary MotionX technology eliminates the frustration of false alarms by ignoring wind, animals, and shadows, focusing instead on 'important activity' like a person approaching your boundary. Unlike standard systems that require you to draw complex motion masks, scOS automatically detects your property lines and uses AI to monitor them 24/7. When a genuine threat is detected, the system doesn't just record; it intervenes with automated light and voice responses to deter the intruder immediately.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and can transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into a truly intelligent security network. We are compatible with most professional wired IP camera brands, including Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your current hardware to ensure it meets the technical requirements for our Intelligence Hub. By integrating your existing cameras, you can upgrade to world-class AI monitoring and proactive deterrents without the cost of a full hardware replacement, provided your current setup is wired rather than wireless.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer deterrent strategy to keep your home safe. The first layer is Presence Simulation, which uses AI to mimic normal human activity patterns inside your home, making it look occupied even when you are out. If someone does approach, our MotionX technology identifies them instantly, even if they are wearing a mask or attempting to hide. The final layer is Active Intervention: the system triggers external IoT speakers to deliver escalating voice warnings and switches on high-intensity lighting. This immediate, proactive response signals to the criminal that they have been spotted by an intelligent system, usually causing them to flee before attempting entry.

Your privacy is our priority, which is why scOS is a 100% UK-based operation. All video processing begins locally on your Intelligence Hub before escalating to our secure UK-based data centres for advanced AI analysis. We are fully GDPR compliant, and unlike many international competitors, we never sell your data or allow third-party access to your feeds. You retain total control over your footage, which is recorded 24/7 and stored for up to two weeks. Because we use a hybrid of local and cloud processing, you get the speed of local intelligence with the reliability and remote access of the cloud.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool that tells you someone is at the door, often after they've already pressed it or triggered a sensor. scOS is a comprehensive property-wide intelligence system that monitors your entire boundary, not just the front step. While doorbells are easily bypassed or covered, scOS uses multiple camera angles and AI to detect threats at the edge of your property. It doesn't just show you a crime in progress; it actively prevents it through presence simulation and escalating voice deterrents. For true home intelligence, you need a system that protects the whole perimeter, not just the letterbox.

Helston is a beautiful town, but its popularity with tourists and the presence of RNAS Culdrose can mean properties are often left empty for periods. scOS is perfect for Helston residents because our Presence Simulation makes your home look lived-in even when you're away on duty or holiday. Furthermore, our hardware is professional-grade and wired, meaning it can withstand the coastal air and salt spray that often degrades cheaper, wireless DIY cameras found in Cornish seaside towns.

Yes, scOS is an excellent solution for second homes or holiday lets in the Helston area. You can monitor your property from anywhere in the world via our secure app, and our scOS Director AI allows you to ask natural questions like 'Has the gardener been?' or 'Was there any activity last night?' Because the system handles deterrents automatically—using lights and voice warnings to ward off intruders—you don't have to worry about being in a different time zone when a threat occurs.

Our MotionX technology is specifically trained to ignore the things that usually trigger false alarms in Helston, such as seagulls, pets, or wind-blown debris. It focuses exclusively on 'important activity,' specifically human movement. This means you won't be woken up by alerts every time a bird flies past your camera. The system is smart enough to recognise a person even if they are hunched over or trying to hide their face, ensuring that you only get notified when there is a genuine security concern.