Traditional CCTV is essentially a digital witness; it records a crime as it happens but does nothing to stop it. Most systems rely on 'motion detection' which is notoriously unreliable, frequently triggered by spiders, swaying branches, or rain, leading to 'notification fatigue' where you eventually ignore the alerts. scOS is fundamentally different because it is an active intelligence system. Using our proprietary MotionX technology, the system ignores irrelevant movement and focuses exclusively on 'important activity.' It recognises people and vehicles regardless of lighting conditions or if they are trying to hide their appearance. Instead of just recording, scOS proactively monitors your property boundaries. When a genuine threat is detected, the system doesn't just send a notification; it initiates an immediate response, such as activating external lights or delivering AI-driven voice warnings through IoT speakers. This transforms your security from a passive record-keeper into an active digital guard that intervenes before a break-in can occur.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and can transform most existing 'dumb' wired IP camera systems into intelligent security hubs. Whether you have Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, or Ubiquiti hardware, our Intelligence Hub can often integrate with your current setup. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes between 4 to 6 hours, our engineers will assess your existing cameras to ensure they meet the necessary technical standards for AI processing. By leveraging your current infrastructure, we can provide a significant intelligence upgrade without the need for a complete hardware overhaul. However, to take full advantage of our proactive protection features, such as the voice deterrent system, we will integrate external IoT speakers into your setup. This hybrid approach ensures you get the most advanced AI protection available while making use of the investments you have already made in your home's security hardware.

scOS employs a sophisticated, three-layer approach to deterrence that begins long before a criminal reaches your front door. The first layer is Presence Simulation. Unlike simple timers, our AI learns your home's natural patterns of life and simulates them when you are away, making the property appear occupied to anyone watching from the street. The second layer is our MotionX detection. This revolutionary AI constantly scans your property boundaries, identifying suspicious behaviour or 'covered faces' (like hoods or masks) that traditional cameras miss. It knows the difference between a delivery driver and someone loitering. The third and most critical layer is Active Intervention. If the AI determines a threat is imminent, it triggers an escalating response. This starts with instant illumination from external lighting and can progress to clear, authoritative voice warnings delivered via external IoT speakers. By combining the appearance of an occupied home with the reality of a system that 'talks back' to intruders, scOS creates a hostile environment for criminals, forcing them to move on to an easier target.

At scOS, we believe your security data should remain private and under your total control. Unlike many international competitors, we are a 100% UK-based company, which means all our support teams and data centres are located right here in the UK. We are fully GDPR compliant and never sell or share your data with third parties. Our system uses a sophisticated 'Local + Cloud' processing model. The scOS Intelligence Hub installed in your home handles the majority of the heavy lifting locally, ensuring lightning-fast response times. When an event requires higher-level AI analysis or cloud storage, it is escalated to our secure UK servers using enterprise-grade encryption. You have 24/7 access to your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks, allowing you to review footage from anywhere in the world via our secure app. You retain full ownership of your data at all times, providing peace of mind that your home's privacy is never compromised.

While video doorbells have become popular, they are fundamentally reactive devices that only cover a tiny fraction of your property. A doorbell tells you someone is at the door, but it doesn't stop them from entering through a side window or a back gate. scOS provides whole-property intelligence. While a doorbell might record a package being stolen, scOS is designed to stop the crime before it happens by detecting the intruder the moment they cross your property boundary. Furthermore, doorbells are often wireless and can be easily defeated by signal jammers; scOS uses professional wired connections that are immune to such tactics. With features like DVLA vehicle recognition and escalating voice deterrents, scOS offers a level of professional-grade protection that a consumer-grade doorbell simply cannot match. It is the difference between having a doorbell and having a dedicated, AI-powered security team watching over your entire home 24/7.

Mylor Bridge is a popular location for second homes and holiday lets. Our Presence Simulation is the perfect tool for these properties. Unlike simple light timers that turn on at the same time every day, scOS learns the actual habits of a household—when lights go on, which rooms are used, and for how long. When the property is empty, it recreates these patterns realistically. To an observer from the creek or the street, the house looks genuinely occupied. This is the most effective way to prevent your Cornish retreat from becoming a target for opportunistic burglars who look for empty-looking properties.

For residents near the water, protecting boats, trailers, and outbuildings is a top priority. scOS's AI boundary detection is ideal for this. You don't need to set up complex zones; the AI automatically understands where your property ends and the public space begins. If someone approaches your boat or enters an outbuilding late at night, the system will recognise this as 'important activity' and can trigger an immediate voice warning or light response. Because we use wired connections, the system is also far more resilient to the coastal elements and signal interference than wireless alternatives.

While Mylor Bridge has a very low crime rate, this can lead to a sense of security that criminals exploit. Devon & Cornwall Police often highlight that rural areas can be targets for organised theft because residents are less likely to have advanced security. scOS provides a 'set and forget' solution that maintains a high level of vigilance even when you aren't thinking about it. Our MotionX technology ensures zero false alarms, so when you do get an alert, you know it's serious. It’s about maintaining that village peace of mind with the world's most advanced AI backing you up.