scOS is a proactive security solution, whereas traditional CCTV is almost entirely passive. Most systems simply record footage that you might look at after a crime has occurred. scOS uses MotionX, a revolutionary AI engine that understands "important activity." It doesn't need motion masks to ignore the wind off the North Sea or birds in your garden; it inherently knows what a human threat looks like. When it detects someone on your property, it doesn't just record—it acts. Through automatic light responses and voice warnings from external speakers, it actively deters criminals, often stopping a break-in before it even begins.

In most cases, yes. scOS is brand-agnostic and designed to work with the majority of wired IP cameras, including popular brands like Hikvision, Dahua, and Reolink. During our professional UK installation in Hornsea, our engineers will perform a full assessment of your current setup. We can often take your existing "dumb" cameras and link them to our Intelligence Hub, instantly upgrading them with AI features like DVLA vehicle recognition and proactive voice deterrents. This allows you to benefit from world-class AI without the expense of replacing all your existing hardware.

We use a multi-layered approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation, which uses AI to learn your habits and make your Hornsea home look occupied even when you're out at the Freeport or away on holiday. Second is our MotionX technology, which identifies suspicious behaviour and people regardless of whether they are wearing hoods or masks. Finally, we use Active Intervention: if a threat is detected, the system triggers bright lights and escalating voice warnings from external IoT speakers. This immediate, intelligent response is usually enough to make any intruder flee immediately.

Your privacy is a top priority. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, and all your data is stored in secure UK data centres in full compliance with GDPR. Unlike many other systems, we don't just dump everything into the cloud; our Intelligence Hub processes data locally on your property first. This ensures maximum speed and privacy. We never sell your data, and you have total control over your 24/7 recordings, which are accessible only to you via our secure app for up to 14 days.

Video doorbells are reactive and limited in scope. They usually only alert you when someone is already at your front door, and they often suffer from "notification fatigue" due to false alarms. scOS monitors your entire property boundary and uses MotionX to ensure you only get alerted for "important activity." It is a proactive system that uses external speakers and lights to stop criminals before they reach your door. Additionally, scOS is professionally installed and wired, making it far more reliable than battery-powered doorbells that can be easily jammed or stolen.

Hornsea's property crime rate of 13.73 is significantly lower than the national average, which is great news for the community. However, this can often lead to complacency. Criminals often target quieter seaside towns specifically because they expect lower levels of security. scOS ensures you aren't the "easy target" on your street. By having a system that proactively deters intruders, you maintain the safety of your home and contribute to keeping Hornsea's crime rates low.

Yes, scOS is perfect for seaside properties. Our professional installers use high-grade, durable components designed to handle the UK's coastal weather. Because we use wired connections rather than relying on potentially unstable WiFi, your system will remain functional even during the North Sea's famous storms. We also provide full UK-based support to ensure your system stays in top shape year-round.

Absolutely. Our DVLA Vehicle Recognition feature is ideal for Hornsea residents. It can check the registration of any vehicle entering your driveway against the DVLA database to identify cloned plates or suspicious vehicles. You can even use scOS Director to ask, "What cars have been on the drive today?" This gives you an extra layer of intelligence, especially useful if you live near busy areas like the seafront or the main shopping districts.