Traditional CCTV is passive; it records crime but does nothing to stop it. scOS is proactive. Most systems use 'motion masks' which are notorious for false alarms caused by wind in the Hampshire trees or spiders on the lens. scOS uses MotionX, an AI that understands 'important activity' without any manual setup. It ignores the environment and focuses solely on genuine threats, recognising people even if they try to hide their shape or face. When a threat is detected, scOS doesn't just watch—it intervenes with lights and voice warnings to drive intruders away before they can cause damage. It’s an active security guard for your home, not just a camera.

Yes, scOS is designed to be brand-agnostic. If you already have a wired IP camera system from brands like Hikvision, Dahua, or Reolink, our Intelligence Hub can usually integrate them. This transforms your existing 'dumb' cameras into a high-intelligence AI network. During our professional UK installation—which takes about 4-6 hours—our engineers will assess your hardware and ensure everything is optimised. We prioritise wired connections because they are far more secure than wireless systems, which can be easily jammed by modern burglars. This allows you to upgrade your security without the cost of entirely new cameras.

scOS uses a three-tier deterrent system. First is Presence Simulation: the AI learns your internal activity patterns and replicates them when you're away, making your home look occupied. Second is MotionX detection, which identifies intruders at your property boundary, even if they are wearing masks or hoods. Third is Active Intervention: the system uses external IoT speakers to deliver voice warnings and triggers automatic light responses. These aren't simple recordings; they are escalating responses that make it clear to any intruder that they have been spotted by an intelligent system. This proactive approach stops crime before it starts, rather than just filming it.

Your privacy is our priority. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, and all your data stays within the UK. Initial processing happens locally on your Intelligence Hub for speed and security, with only necessary escalations sent to our secure UK-based cloud servers. We are fully GDPR compliant, and we never sell or share your data with third parties. You have total control over your footage, which is recorded 24/7 and stored for up to two weeks. This ensures that your home's security data is protected by the strictest privacy laws in the world.

A video doorbell only tells you someone is at your door, often when it's too late. scOS is a comprehensive property intelligence system that monitors your entire boundary. While a doorbell is reactive, scOS is proactive, using AI to spot threats at the edge of your property and intervening to stop them. It also includes advanced features like DVLA vehicle recognition and scOS Director, which lets you ask natural questions about your home's security. For a village like Ropley, where properties often have larger plots and outbuildings, a doorbell simply isn't enough to provide real security.

Ropley is a beautiful, low-crime village, but that can lead to complacency. High-value vehicles and rural properties are often targeted by professional thieves who travel into the area. scOS is designed to maintain that peace of mind by providing a 'digital fence' around your property. Our MotionX AI is particularly good at spotting suspicious activity in large gardens or near outbuildings, ensuring that even if you feel safe, your home is always being actively defended against the unexpected.

Many Ropley residents have garages or outbuildings for classic cars, tools, or garden equipment. scOS is ideal for this because it doesn't just monitor the main house. Our AI auto-detects property boundaries, including those around detached buildings. If someone approaches your garage at 3 AM, scOS will detect them, trigger lights, and deliver a voice warning before they even touch the door. With DVLA vehicle recognition, it can also log any unfamiliar cars loitering near your driveway, providing vital evidence for Hampshire Constabulary.

Absolutely. scOS features 'Presence Simulation,' which is far more advanced than a simple light timer. It learns your actual habits—which lights you turn on and when—and mimics them while you're away. This makes your home look genuinely lived-in, which is the best way to deter burglars who are scouting the village. You can also use the scOS Director feature to check in on your home from anywhere in the world, asking questions like 'Has there been any activity near the back gate?' for instant reassurance.