Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime while it's happening, but it doesn't stop it. scOS is a proactive intelligence system designed to prevent crime. The core of our technology is MotionX, which identifies 'important activity' rather than just motion. This means it ignores the wind, birds, or swaying trees, focusing only on human threats. It requires no manual setup of zones; it automatically understands your property boundaries. While standard CCTV provides evidence after the fact, scOS uses automated lights and voice warnings to deter intruders before they can cause any damage.

Yes, scOS is brand-agnostic and works with most existing wired IP camera systems. If your Keele home already has cameras from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, or Reolink, our Intelligence Hub can integrate with them. This upgrades your 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent network capable of person recognition and activity pattern learning. During our professional 4-6 hour installation, our UK-based engineers will ensure your existing hardware is fully optimised for the scOS ecosystem. We always recommend wired connections over wireless to ensure your security cannot be compromised by signal jamming.

scOS uses a three-layered deterrent strategy. First is Presence Simulation, which learns your daily habits and mimics them when you're away, making your home look occupied—this is the best way to deter 'scouts.' Second is our MotionX detection, which accurately identifies human threats at your boundary. Third is Active Intervention. If an intruder is detected, scOS uses external IoT speakers to deliver AI voice warnings and activates instant lighting. This escalating response lets the criminal know they are being watched by an intelligent system, which is far more effective than a simple, easily ignored alarm.

Your privacy is paramount. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, with all data centres, support, and staff located in the UK. We use a 'Local + Cloud' processing model: the scOS Intelligence Hub handles the primary AI analysis locally on your property for speed and security, only using our secure UK cloud for remote access and complex tasks. We are fully GDPR compliant and never sell your data. You have total control over your 24/7 recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and accessible only by you via our encrypted app.

A video doorbell is a reactive peephole that only monitors your front door. In a village like Keele, where properties often have side access or large gardens, a doorbell isn't enough. scOS provides comprehensive boundary protection. While a doorbell tells you someone is at the door, scOS prevents them from getting there in the first place through Presence Simulation and proactive voice deterrents. Furthermore, scOS uses professional wired cameras that record 24/7, avoiding the battery issues and 'clip-lag' that often cause doorbells to miss the most important moments of an incident.

Keele's unique mix of students and permanent residents can create a lot of foot traffic, which often triggers false alarms on traditional security systems. scOS's MotionX technology is designed to ignore this 'unimportant' activity. It won't be triggered by students walking on the pavement or delivery drivers. Instead, it focuses exclusively on human activity within your property boundaries. This means you only get alerted when there is a genuine threat, providing you with reliable security without the annoyance of constant false notifications.

For many residents in Keele, the home may be empty during university term breaks. scOS is designed for this. Our Presence Simulation ensures that your home never looks empty, mimicking your internal lighting and activity patterns. You can also use the 'scOS Director' to check in on your home from anywhere, asking natural questions like, 'Has there been any activity on the driveway today?' It provides the peace of mind that your home is being actively guarded while you're away.

The 'scOS Director' is our conversational AI that makes managing your security as easy as having a chat. For Keele residents, this means you can check on your home instantly by asking questions like, 'Director, has anyone been in the back garden today?' or 'Was there any suspicious activity while I was out?' The Director understands natural language and can search through hours of footage in seconds to give you a clear answer. It’s like having a professional security guard on duty 24/7 who can report back to you whenever you ask.