Traditional CCTV is a passive observer; it records a crime so you can watch it later, which rarely helps in recovering stolen goods or feeling safe. scOS is a proactive intelligence system. At its core is MotionX, a revolutionary detection engine that focuses on 'important activity' rather than just movement. 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 threat is detected, scOS doesn't just record; it intervenes. It can trigger external IoT speakers to deliver voice warnings and activate lighting to let the intruder know they have been spotted. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard on duty 24/7.

Absolutely. scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic, meaning it can transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into a high-level intelligence network. We work with most professional-grade wired IP cameras, including popular brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes between 4 to 6 hours, our engineers will assess your current hardware. If your cameras are compatible, we simply connect them to our Intelligence Hub. This hub processes the video feeds locally before escalating critical data to our UK-based cloud for further analysis. This approach allows you to upgrade your security to AI-driven standards without the cost of replacing every camera on your property, provided they meet the necessary technical requirements for a wired connection.

scOS uses a multi-layered approach to stop crime before it happens. The first layer is Presence Simulation, which learns your internal lighting and activity patterns to make your home look occupied even when you are away. If someone does approach, our MotionX technology identifies them as a person immediately, regardless of whether they are wearing a hood or mask. The system then initiates an Active Intervention. This starts with automatic light response to illuminate the intruder, followed by escalating voice warnings delivered through external IoT speakers. These aren't two-way audio 'doorbell' chats; they are authoritative, AI-driven warnings that let the intruder know they have been spotted. By combining the appearance of a busy home with immediate, escalating consequences for trespassing, scOS makes your property a much less attractive target.

Privacy is a cornerstone of the scOS philosophy. Unlike many security companies that outsource data handling to international servers, scOS is 100% UK-based. Your data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub for immediate response, and only critical events are escalated to our secure UK data centres. We are fully GDPR compliant, ensuring that your video footage and personal information remain your property. We never sell your data to third parties. You have complete control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and can be accessed securely from anywhere in the world via our app. By keeping our operations, support, and data storage within the UK, we provide a level of security and legal protection that international brands simply cannot match.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at your door, often after they've already pressed it or stolen a parcel. scOS is a comprehensive property-wide intelligence system. While a doorbell only covers a tiny fraction of your home, scOS monitors your entire property boundary. It uses AI to detect threats the moment they step onto your land, not just when they reach the front door. Furthermore, doorbells rely on you being available to answer a notification to act as a deterrent. scOS is autonomous; it detects, identifies, and deters intruders using lights and voice warnings without you needing to lift a finger. It’s the difference between a doorbell and a professional security team, providing a proactive shield that stops crime before it reaches your entrance.

Ponsanooth's unique topography, with its steep valley and wooded areas, can create 'blind spots' for traditional motion sensors. scOS overcomes this with MotionX, which doesn't rely on simple pixel changes. Instead, it uses advanced AI to recognise the specific movement patterns of humans and vehicles, even in challenging terrain or low light. Our professional installers are experts at positioning cameras to cover the complex boundaries of valley properties, ensuring that every approach is monitored. Because MotionX ignores swaying trees and wildlife, you won't be plagued by false alarms caused by the local Cornish environment, giving you reliable security that actually works in our specific landscape.

In secluded Cornish villages, police response times can be a concern. scOS acts as your immediate 'first responder.' The moment an intruder is detected on your property, the system initiates an escalating series of deterrents, including bright lighting and authoritative voice warnings. This immediate, autonomous intervention is designed to drive intruders away before they can cause any damage or attempt to enter your home. By providing a visible and audible challenge, scOS makes it clear to any criminal that your property is actively protected, which is often enough to make them flee long before a police report would even be filed.

For residents who travel or have second homes in the area, scOS offers the ultimate peace of mind. Our Presence Simulation feature learns your home's normal activity patterns and replicates them while you're away, making the house look occupied to any observer. You can also use 'scOS Director,' our conversational AI, to check in on your property. You can ask, 'Has there been any unusual activity this week?' or 'Did the delivery arrive at the side gate?' and receive a natural, detailed update. This allows you to stay connected to your Ponsanooth home from anywhere in the world, ensuring it remains secure even when you're not there.