Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records crime but does nothing to stop it. scOS is a proactive intelligence system designed to intervene. Most systems use basic motion detection that triggers for every passing seagull or swaying branch, leading to 'notification fatigue.' Our MotionX technology is different; it focuses only on 'important activity,' recognising people even if they are disguised or moving unusually. Unlike other systems, scOS doesn't require you to manually draw zones; it automatically detects your property boundaries. When a threat is detected, scOS doesn't just watch—it uses external IoT speakers and automated lighting to warn the intruder off. It’s an active security presence that works to prevent the crime from happening in the first place.

scOS is designed to be highly compatible and can often breathe new life into your existing hardware. If you have wired IP cameras from major brands like Hikvision, Dahua, or Reolink, our Intelligence Hub can likely integrate with them. During our professional installation—which takes about 4-6 hours—our UK-based engineers will assess your setup. By linking your current cameras to the scOS Hub, you gain access to our advanced AI features like MotionX, DVLA vehicle recognition, and scOS Director without needing to replace every camera. This makes upgrading to a world-class, proactive security system both efficient and cost-effective for your Hythe home.

We use a three-tiered approach to make your home an unattractive target. First is Presence Simulation: scOS learns your typical internal activity and mimics it when you're away, making your home look lived-in. Second is MotionX detection, which identifies genuine threats at your boundary instantly, ignoring the coastal winds and wildlife common in Hythe. Third is Active Intervention: if someone lingers, the system uses external IoT speakers to deliver voice warnings and triggers bright lights. This escalating response tells the intruder they are being monitored by an intelligent system, not just a camera, which is usually enough to make them leave immediately.

Privacy is a core value at scOS. We are a 100% UK-based company, meaning your data never leaves the country and is protected by strict UK GDPR regulations. Your Intelligence Hub processes data locally for speed and privacy, only escalating to our secure UK cloud for storage and remote access. We never sell your data. You have total control over your 24/7 recordings, which are kept for up to two weeks. Whether you're at home in Hythe or travelling, you can access your system with the confidence that your data is secure, private, and entirely under your control.

A video doorbell only monitors your front door and only alerts you once someone is already there. scOS provides comprehensive protection for your entire property, including gardens and side entrances. While a doorbell is reactive—relying on you to see a notification and act—scOS is proactive. It detects threats at the boundary and intervenes automatically with lights and voice deterrents. With features like DVLA vehicle recognition and presence simulation, scOS offers a level of intelligence and prevention that a simple doorbell camera cannot match. It’s the difference between seeing a package thief and stopping them from entering your property at all.

Hythe's coastal environment can be tough on standard motion sensors, with wind, rain, and sea spray causing constant false alarms. scOS MotionX is specifically designed to handle these conditions. It ignores environmental motion like swaying trees or heavy rain, focusing exclusively on 'important activity' like human movement. This means you won't be woken up by false alerts during a storm, but you will be notified instantly if someone is actually on your property. Our professional installation also ensures that all hardware is fitted to withstand the salt air and coastal weather.

Hythe is a popular location for second homes and holiday lets, which can be vulnerable when empty. scOS is the perfect solution for these properties. Our Presence Simulation feature goes far beyond simple light timers; it mimics real human activity patterns inside the house, making it look occupied to anyone watching from the street. If the system detects an intruder, it can initiate an escalating response and notify you immediately, no matter where you are. You can even use scOS Director to ask, 'Is everything okay at the house?' and receive a real-time status report.

Yes, scOS features advanced DVLA vehicle recognition. In a quiet town like Hythe, an unfamiliar vehicle loitering or passing by multiple times can be a red flag. scOS identifies these patterns and checks registrations against the DVLA database to spot cloned plates or suspicious vehicles. You can ask the system, 'What cars have been seen near the house today?' and get a detailed report. This proactive monitoring helps identify potential 'scouts' before they ever attempt a break-in, providing an extra layer of security for your driveway and vehicles.