Traditional CCTV is passive; it records what happened but doesn't stop it. scOS is proactive. Our MotionX technology is a game-changer for Hothfield residents, as it eliminates the false alarms common with standard motion sensors—like those triggered by wind on the Heath or passing traffic. MotionX identifies 'important activity,' meaning it only alerts you when a person is actually on your property, even if they are trying to hide their figure or move stealthily. Unlike standard systems, scOS also features active intervention. It uses automatic boundary detection to know exactly where your property starts, triggering lights and AI voice warnings from external IoT speakers to deter intruders before they can cause damage or gain entry.

Most likely, yes. scOS is brand-agnostic and designed to work with existing wired IP camera systems, including Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. Our professional UK installers will perform a full assessment of your current setup during the 4-6 hour installation process. We transform your 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent network by connecting them to our scOS Intelligence Hub. This hub processes data locally and escalates to our UK-based cloud for advanced AI analysis. This means you can upgrade to world-class AI security without the cost and disruption of replacing all your existing hardware, making it a smart investment for Hothfield homeowners looking to bolster their protection.

scOS uses a three-tiered approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation, which makes your home look occupied by mimicking your internal activity patterns while you're away—essential for Hothfield residents who commute. Second is our MotionX detection, which spots intruders instantly, even if they are wearing masks or hoods. Third is Active Intervention: when a threat is detected within your property boundaries, scOS triggers external lights and escalating voice warnings via IoT speakers. This isn't just a recording; it's a live AI response that tells the criminal they've been spotted. This combination of looking lived-in and actively responding to threats makes your home a much less attractive target for criminals.

Your privacy is our priority. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, with all data centres, support, and development located within the UK. We are fully GDPR compliant, and your footage is yours alone—we never sell or share it. Our system uses a hybrid model where the Intelligence Hub processes data locally on your property for maximum privacy and speed, only using our secure UK cloud for advanced features and remote access. You can view your 24/7 recordings (stored for up to two weeks) from anywhere via our encrypted app, giving you total peace of mind that your Hothfield home is secure and your data is protected.

A video doorbell only covers your front door and is often reactive—you get a notification after someone is already there. scOS provides whole-property intelligence. It monitors your entire boundary, including driveways and side entrances, which is vital for Hothfield properties with multiple access points. Unlike doorbells that suffer from 'notification fatigue' due to false alarms, scOS uses MotionX to ensure you only get alerted for real threats. Most importantly, scOS actively deters criminals with lights and voice warnings before they reach your door, whereas a doorbell usually just records them while they're there. It's the difference between seeing a crime and preventing one.

Hothfield's proximity to the M20 makes it a potential target for vehicle thieves looking for a quick escape route. scOS features DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which can check number plates against the DVLA database to identify suspicious or cloned plates. If an unknown vehicle enters your driveway, scOS can alert you immediately. Combined with our automatic light response and voice deterrents, scOS makes your driveway a high-risk area for thieves, protecting your cars and giving you an early warning of any suspicious vehicular activity near your home.

Hothfield Heath is a beautiful local landmark, but the surrounding foliage and wildlife can cause constant false alarms for traditional CCTV. scOS's MotionX technology is specifically designed to ignore 'noise' like swaying trees, shadows, and animals. It focuses exclusively on 'important activity'—human movement and behaviour. This means you won't be woken up at 3 AM by a fox or a windy night. You only get alerted when there is a genuine security concern, allowing you to trust your system and avoid the 'crying wolf' effect of lesser security setups.

With local crime rates in Hothfield being higher than the national average, a fast response is critical. scOS provides 'verified' alerts, meaning you can tell Kent Police exactly what is happening: 'I have a person in a balaclava at my side gate.' This high-quality information can lead to faster prioritisation. However, the primary goal of scOS is to prevent the need for a police call-out in the first place. By using escalating voice warnings and lights to deter intruders the moment they cross your boundary, scOS often stops the crime before any damage is done or entry is gained.