scOS is a proactive security system, whereas traditional CCTV is purely reactive. Most systems in Llantwit Major simply record footage for you to watch after a crime has occurred. scOS uses MotionX technology to identify 'important activity' in real-time. It doesn't require you to set up motion masks; it automatically ignores animals, wind, and shadows. When a person or vehicle enters your property, scOS takes action immediately with automatic lights and AI voice warnings from external speakers. It’s designed to prevent the crime from happening in the first place, rather than just providing a video of it.

Yes, scOS is brand-agnostic and designed to work with almost any professional wired IP camera system. If you already have cameras from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, or Reolink installed at your Llantwit Major property, our Intelligence Hub can likely take them over. During our 4-6 hour professional installation, our UK-based engineers will integrate your existing hardware into the scOS ecosystem. This upgrades your 'dumb' cameras with our advanced AI, including person recognition and proactive deterrents, saving you the cost of a completely new hardware setup while significantly boosting your home's intelligence.

scOS uses a multi-layered approach to stop criminals before they act. It starts with Presence Simulation, which makes your home look lived-in by mimicking human activity patterns while you're out. If someone does approach, our MotionX AI detects them instantly, even if they are wearing a mask or hood. The system then initiates an Escalating Response: first, lights trigger to remove the cover of darkness, and then external IoT speakers deliver AI-generated voice warnings. This immediate, proactive intervention is usually enough to make any opportunistic thief realise the property is actively guarded and move on.

We take data privacy very seriously, which is why scOS is 100% UK-based. Your footage is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub and only escalated to our secure UK cloud for advanced analysis or remote viewing. We are fully GDPR compliant, and your data is never sold to third parties. You have total control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and can be accessed securely through our app. Unlike wireless systems, our wired setup is also resistant to jamming, ensuring your data and your security remain uninterrupted.

A video doorbell only monitors your front door and often only alerts you once someone is already there. scOS provides comprehensive protection for your entire property. In a village like Llantwit Major, where homes often have side access or large gardens, a doorbell isn't enough. scOS monitors your entire boundary and uses AI to intervene before a criminal even reaches your door. Furthermore, scOS is a professionally installed, wired system, making it far more reliable than a battery-powered doorbell that can be easily bypassed or disabled by a savvy intruder.

Llantwit Major’s coastal location and historic centre attract many visitors, which can sometimes mask suspicious activity. scOS uses advanced Person Recognition that focuses on behaviour rather than just facial features. It can distinguish between regular family members and strangers based on their activity patterns. This means the system can alert you to someone loitering or acting suspiciously near your property, even during the busy tourist season, providing you with clear, actionable intelligence.

Coastal environments can be tough on electronics, but scOS is built to last. We use high-quality, professional-grade wired cameras and IoT speakers that are designed to withstand the elements. Because scOS is brand-agnostic, we can recommend and install hardware specifically rated for coastal conditions if needed. Our wired-over-wireless approach also ensures that your system's connection remains stable and reliable, regardless of the weather or any local interference.

scOS includes DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which is an excellent tool for monitoring the streets of Llantwit Major. The system can identify and log every vehicle that enters your driveway, checking registration plates against the DVLA database. It can alert you to suspicious vehicles or those with cloned plates. You can even use the scOS Director to ask, 'What cars have been on the drive today?' providing you with instant intelligence and an extra layer of protection for your vehicles.