Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records your home being burgled so you can watch the footage later. scOS is a proactive intelligence system that uses our proprietary MotionX technology to identify 'important activity' in real-time. Unlike standard systems that rely on crude motion masks and often trigger false alarms for spiders or wind, MotionX understands the difference between a swaying branch and a person approaching your property. It requires no manual 'tripwires' because the AI automatically detects your property boundaries. When a genuine threat is identified, scOS doesn't just watch—it intervenes with automated light responses and voice deterrents to stop the crime before it happens. It transforms your security from a digital witness into an active digital guard.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and can breathe new life into your existing hardware. If you have a wired IP camera system from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, or Ubiquiti, our Intelligence Hub can usually integrate with them seamlessly. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes 4 to 6 hours, our engineers will assess your current setup to ensure compatibility. By connecting your existing 'dumb' cameras to the scOS Hub, you upgrade them with our full suite of AI features, including MotionX detection, DVLA vehicle recognition, and proactive voice deterrents. This allows you to benefit from world-class AI home intelligence without the need to replace every piece of hardware you've already invested in.

scOS employs a sophisticated three-layer deterrent strategy designed to stop criminals at every stage of an approach. First is Presence Simulation, our primary passive deterrent that uses AI to learn your home's normal activity patterns and simulate them when you're away, making the house appear occupied. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour instantly—even if a person is crawling or wearing a mask—without the false alarms that lead to complacency. Finally, if a threat persists, the system triggers Active Intervention. This involves instant illumination of the area and escalating voice warnings delivered through external IoT speakers. This multi-stage response ensures that potential intruders feel watched and exposed long before they reach your front door.

At scOS, we believe your security data should be your business alone. We are a 100% UK-based company, and all our data centres are located right here in the UK, ensuring full GDPR compliance. Unlike many competitors who process everything in the cloud, scOS uses a hybrid approach. Our Intelligence Hub processes the majority of the AI logic locally on your property for speed and privacy, only escalating to our secure UK cloud when necessary for remote access or advanced processing. Your footage is recorded 24/7 and stored for up to two weeks, and we never sell your data to third parties. You have total control over who sees your feed, providing peace of mind that your privacy is as protected as your property.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool that tells you who is at your door, often after they've already pressed it or triggered a basic motion sensor. scOS is a comprehensive home intelligence system designed to protect your entire property, not just the entrance. While a doorbell might show you a package being stolen, scOS uses MotionX to detect a person the moment they cross your property boundary, triggering deterrents to prevent the theft from occurring. Furthermore, scOS offers advanced features like DVLA vehicle recognition and scOS Director, a conversational AI that lets you ask natural questions about activity across your whole garden or driveway. It is the difference between a doorbell and a professional, AI-driven security team.

Ipplepen’s rural setting and winding Devon lanes can mean that police response times are longer than in nearby Newton Abbot. scOS bridges this gap by providing immediate, automated intervention. The moment an intruder is detected, the system uses high-intensity lighting and voice deterrents to make it clear they are being watched. This instant response is designed to scare off criminals immediately, ensuring your home is protected even when physical help is miles away. By the time a person could even attempt a break-in, scOS has already initiated a multi-stage deterrent process.

Many Ipplepen residents have outbuildings, garages, or workshops that are vulnerable to theft. scOS is perfect for these areas because our MotionX technology doesn't require complex wiring or 'tripwires' for every single door. The AI automatically detects the boundaries of your entire property, including outbuildings. If someone approaches your workshop at an unusual hour, the system recognises this as an anomaly and can trigger a voice warning or alert you via the scOS Director. This ensures your tools and equipment are just as protected as your main residence.

Yes, scOS is ideal for second homes or holiday lets in the Ipplepen area. Our Presence Simulation feature is a game-changer for vacant properties; it uses AI to learn how you normally live in the house and then replicates those patterns—turning lights on and off in different rooms—to make the property look occupied. You can also use scOS Director to ask, 'Has anyone been to the house today?' and get a natural language summary of all activity. This gives you total visibility and peace of mind, no matter where you are in the world.