Standard CCTV is a passive observer; it records your property being burgled so you can watch the footage later. scOS is a proactive intelligence system that intervenes before a crime occurs. The core difference lies in our MotionX technology, which doesn't just see 'motion' like traditional cameras—it understands 'activity.' While old systems are plagued by false alarms from cobwebs, wind, or foxes, MotionX ignores the noise and focuses on what matters: people and vehicles. It requires no manual 'tripwires' or 'zones' because the AI automatically learns your property boundaries. When an actual threat is detected, scOS doesn't just record; it responds with escalating light and voice deterrents to drive intruders away before they reach your door.

Absolutely. One of the most powerful aspects of scOS is its ability to transform 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent security network. If you have existing wired IP cameras—such as those from Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, or Reolink—our Intelligence Hub can usually integrate them into the scOS ecosystem. During our professional UK installation, which typically takes 4 to 6 hours, our engineers will assess your current hardware. By connecting your existing cameras to our local processing hub, we can apply our MotionX AI and proactive deterrent features to your current setup, saving you the cost of a full hardware replacement while vastly upgrading your home's IQ.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer deterrent strategy. First is Presence Simulation: when you're away, the system simulates normal human activity inside your home using internal lighting patterns, making the property appear occupied. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour at the boundary of your property, even if the intruder is wearing a mask or attempting to hide their figure. Finally, if an intruder persists, the system triggers Active Intervention. This isn't just a silent notification to your phone; it involves external IoT speakers delivering AI-generated voice warnings and instant illumination. This escalating response is designed to make the criminal feel 'seen' and 'monitored,' usually resulting in them fleeing the site immediately.

Your privacy is our priority. Unlike many global brands that ship data to overseas servers, scOS is 100% UK-based. Your data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub and escalated to our secure UK data centres only when necessary for AI analysis or remote access. We are fully GDPR compliant, meaning your footage and personal information stay yours—we never sell or share your data with third parties. You have total control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and accessible via our secure app. By keeping our company, support, and data infrastructure within the UK, we ensure the highest standards of data sovereignty and security.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool that tells you someone is already at your front door; by then, it's often too late. scOS provides whole-property intelligence that stops crime before it reaches the door. While doorbells rely on simple PIR sensors that can be triggered by a passing car or a cat, scOS uses MotionX to monitor your entire property boundary with zero false alarms. Furthermore, doorbells rarely offer proactive deterrents. scOS uses external IoT speakers and escalating light responses to actively turn intruders away. It’s the difference between a digital peephole and a professional, AI-driven security guard that never sleeps.

Lydiate is a quiet, desirable village, but its proximity to major routes into Liverpool and Southport can make it a target for opportunistic 'over-the-border' crime. scOS is designed to spot the difference between a neighbour walking their dog and a stranger 'casing' your property. Our MotionX AI learns the normal patterns of your street. If it detects someone lingering or showing suspicious behaviour near your boundary, it can trigger a soft warning—like an external light—to let them know they've been spotted, often preventing a crime before it's even attempted.

Many Lydiate residents commute into the city, leaving their homes empty for long periods. Our Presence Simulation is a game-changer for commuters. It uses AI to replicate your actual living patterns—turning lights on and off in different rooms and even simulating the flicker of a TV. To anyone watching from the street, it looks like you're home having a normal evening. This is far more effective than simple timers, which burglars can easily spot, and it provides significant peace of mind while you're at work or away for the weekend.

Yes, scOS is fully compatible with Merseyside Police's requirements for high-quality evidence. Because we record in 24/7 high-definition and store footage for up to two weeks, you will always have the data you need if an incident occurs. More importantly, our AI-driven alerts mean you can provide police with specific, timestamped clips of 'important activity' rather than hours of empty footage. Our 100% UK-based support team is also on hand to help you navigate the system and export footage whenever required.