scOS is a proactive security solution, whereas traditional CCTV is purely reactive. Most systems record footage that you only look at after a crime has been committed; scOS is designed to prevent the crime from happening in the first place. Our MotionX technology is the core of this, identifying 'important activity' like a person prowling, while ignoring distractions like seagulls or swaying palm trees. Unlike standard systems that require you to draw 'zones,' scOS AI automatically learns your property boundaries. When a threat is detected, it uses external IoT speakers and lighting to warn the intruder off, providing a real-time response that traditional cameras simply can't offer.

Absolutely. scOS is built to be brand-agnostic, meaning it can transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent AI-powered network. If you have wired IP cameras from manufacturers like Hikvision, Dahua, or Reolink, our Intelligence Hub can integrate with them during our professional 4-6 hour installation. We assess your current setup to ensure the hardware can support our high-level AI processing. This allows Penzance homeowners to upgrade to cutting-edge protection—including DVLA vehicle recognition and escalating voice deterrents—without the expense of a full hardware replacement, making it a smart investment for both permanent residences and holiday lets.

Our deterrent strategy is three-fold and highly effective. First, Presence Simulation uses AI to mimic human activity inside your home when you're away, making it look occupied to anyone watching from the street. Second, our MotionX detection identifies suspicious behaviour or covered faces instantly, ensuring no threat goes unnoticed. Third, the system uses Active Intervention: if someone enters your boundary, external IoT speakers deliver a voice warning and lights flash to signal they are being monitored. This immediate, escalating response is designed to make criminals feel exposed and flee before they ever attempt to break in.

Privacy is a cornerstone of the scOS philosophy. We are a 100% UK-based company, and all your data is stored in secure UK data centres, fully compliant with GDPR regulations. Unlike many smart home brands, we never sell your data to third parties. Your Intelligence Hub processes most information locally for speed and privacy, only using our secure cloud for remote access and critical event escalation. You have total control over your recordings, which are kept for up to two weeks, and you can interact with your system using our conversational scOS Director AI with total confidence that your family's privacy is protected.

A video doorbell only covers your front door and is often easily bypassed or even stolen. scOS provides whole-property intelligence, monitoring your entire boundary including side gates, gardens, and driveways. While a doorbell might show you a package being taken, scOS uses MotionX to detect the thief as they approach and uses voice deterrents to stop them before they reach the door. Furthermore, scOS uses professional wired connections that can't be defeated by the WiFi jammers often used by modern burglars, providing a level of reliability and proactive protection that a doorbell simply cannot match.

Penzance's coastal environment can be harsh on electronics, but scOS is built to last. We use high-quality, professional-grade wired hardware that is far more resilient to salt air and Atlantic weather than consumer-grade wireless gadgets. During our professional installation, we ensure all cabling and external components are properly weather-sealed. Because our system relies on 'Wired Over Wireless' architecture, you won't have to worry about the thick granite walls common in Cornish homes interfering with your security signal, ensuring 24/7 protection regardless of the weather or building construction.

With local property crime rates in Penzance significantly higher than the national average, a proactive system is essential. High-crime areas often suffer from 'repeat' offences where criminals feel they can operate without being challenged. scOS changes this dynamic by ensuring every intruder is immediately met with a voice deterrent and bright lights. By making your home a 'hard target' through AI-driven intervention, you significantly reduce the likelihood of being targeted. Our system doesn't just record the high crime; it actively works to keep your property safe from it.

For those who own holiday homes or second properties in Penzance, scOS is the ultimate management tool. Our Presence Simulation feature is particularly valuable here, as it makes the property look lived-in even during the off-season by simulating realistic internal activity. You can check in on your property from anywhere in the world via our app and even ask the scOS Director AI questions like, 'Has anyone been to the side gate today?' This gives you the peace of mind of a physical security presence without the need for expensive patrol services.