Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it later. scOS is an active participant in your home's security. Our proprietary MotionX technology is the core differentiator, moving beyond simple motion detection to 'important activity' recognition. Unlike standard systems that require you to draw complex motion masks to avoid false alarms from swaying trees or spiders, MotionX works out of the box. It ignores environmental noise and focuses exclusively on human and vehicle behaviour. When a potential threat is identified, scOS doesn't just send a notification; it initiates a proactive response, using external IoT speakers and lighting to deter the intruder before they reach your door. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic and can transform most existing 'dumb' wired IP camera systems into an intelligent AI network. Whether you have Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, or Ubiquiti hardware, our Intelligence Hub can usually integrate with them. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your current setup. By layering our AI over your existing cameras, you gain all the benefits of MotionX detection, presence simulation, and proactive voice deterrents without needing to replace your entire hardware suite. This makes upgrading to scOS a cost-effective way to bring state-of-the-art AI protection to your Newcastle Emlyn property.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation, which learns your household's normal activity patterns and replicates them when you're away—simulating internal lighting and activity to make the home appear occupied. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour at the property boundary. It recognises people even if they are hooded or attempting to hide their figure. Finally, if an intruder persists, the system triggers Active Intervention. This isn't just a siren; it's an escalating response where external IoT speakers deliver AI-generated voice warnings and lights illuminate the area. By catching and challenging intruders at the boundary, we stop the crime before it ever moves from the garden to the house.

Your privacy is our priority. Unlike many global security brands that route data through international servers, scOS is 100% UK-based. All your data is processed through our UK data centres and is fully GDPR compliant. We use a hybrid processing model: the scOS Intelligence Hub handles critical AI tasks locally on your property for speed and privacy, only escalating to our secure UK cloud when necessary for remote access or advanced analysis. Most importantly, your data belongs to you. We never sell your footage or personal information to third parties. You have total control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and accessible only by you through our secure app.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at the door, often after they've already pressed it or triggered a PIR sensor. scOS is a proactive, whole-property intelligence system. While a doorbell covers a few square metres, scOS monitors your entire property boundary, including side gates and rear gardens. More importantly, doorbells rarely deter a determined criminal—they just record them. scOS actively intervenes using voice deterrents and light responses to turn criminals away before they even reach your entry points. Furthermore, scOS uses wired connections rather than Wi-Fi, meaning it cannot be defeated by the signal jammers increasingly used by modern burglars in the Teifi Valley.

Newcastle Emlyn is a vibrant market town, and while property crime is below the national average, the high volume of visitors and through-traffic can lead to opportunistic theft. Dyfed-Powys Police often note that market towns can be targeted by those looking for easy wins in residential areas. scOS ensures your home isn't an easy win. By using AI to recognise family members versus strangers based on behaviour, the system stays alert to anomalies even when the town is busy. It provides peace of mind that your home is being watched by a system that understands the difference between a tourist lost on the Teifi and a genuine security threat.

One of our most innovative features is scOS Director, a conversational AI. You can ask it natural questions about your property, such as 'Has the delivery driver been?' or 'Was there anyone in the garden last night?' It will scan your footage and give you a plain-English answer. This is perfect for busy residents in Newcastle Emlyn who don't have time to scroll through hours of video. It’s like having a security guard who has watched every second of your footage and is ready to report back whenever you ask.

Absolutely. Many homes in Newcastle Emlyn feature traditional stone or complex layouts where Wi-Fi signals struggle. scOS uses professional wired installations (CAT6 cabling) which are far more reliable and secure than wireless alternatives. Our engineers are experts at discreetly wiring systems into older or unique properties, ensuring the technology is invisible but the protection is absolute. Wired systems also cannot be 'jammed' by criminals using electronic interference, a growing tactic in modern burglaries.