Traditional CCTV is passive; it records a crime while it happens so you can watch the footage later. scOS is proactive home intelligence. Our system uses MotionX technology, which doesn't just look for 'motion' like old-fashioned sensors that get triggered by spiders or wind. Instead, it identifies 'important activity'—specifically human behaviour. Because it understands what a person looks like, even if they are crawling or wearing a mask, it eliminates false alarms entirely. More importantly, scOS doesn't just watch; it intervenes. By using automatic property boundary detection, it knows exactly where your land starts and can trigger lights or voice warnings to deter an intruder before they ever reach your door. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard.

Yes, in the vast majority of cases, we can transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent scOS-powered network. Our system is brand agnostic, meaning it works seamlessly with leading manufacturers like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your current setup. We focus on wired IP cameras because they offer superior reliability and cannot be jammed like wireless alternatives. By connecting your existing hardware to our Intelligence Hub, you gain access to all our advanced AI features—like MotionX and presence simulation—without needing to replace every camera on your property. It’s a cost-effective way to upgrade to world-class security.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation: when you're away, the system learns your internal lighting and activity patterns to make your home look occupied, deterring burglars who are 'casing' the area. Second is MotionX detection: our AI identifies suspicious behaviour at your property boundary immediately, regardless of how a criminal tries to hide their face or figure. Third is Active Intervention: if a threat is detected, the system doesn't just alert you; it takes action. It can instantly illuminate the area and deliver escalating voice warnings through external IoT speakers. These aren't pre-recorded loops but AI-driven responses that let the intruder know they have been spotted, usually causing them to flee immediately.

At scOS, we take a 'privacy by design' approach. Unlike many competitors who send all your raw footage to overseas servers, we are 100% UK-based. Your data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub for immediate action, and only escalated to our secure UK-based cloud data centres for storage and remote access. We are fully GDPR compliant, and we believe your data belongs to you. We never sell your information or use it for marketing. You have full control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks, allowing you to review activity from anywhere in the world via our secure app, knowing your privacy is protected by British law.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at the door, often after they've already pressed it or stolen a parcel. scOS is a comprehensive property intelligence system. While a doorbell only covers a tiny fraction of your home, scOS monitors your entire property boundary. It uses AI to spot a threat at the edge of your driveway or garden, long before they reach the house. Furthermore, doorbells rely on you being awake and available to answer a notification. scOS works autonomously 24/7, using active deterrents like voice warnings and lights to stop a crime in progress without you needing to lift a finger. It’s total property protection versus a single-point camera.

Vehicle theft is a significant concern in Essex. scOS features DVLA-integrated vehicle recognition that checks number plates against the national database. If a vehicle with cloned plates or a known suspicious registration enters your driveway, the system can alert you immediately. Combined with MotionX, which monitors for anyone loitering near your cars, scOS provides a powerful deterrent against keyless entry theft and catalytic converter theft, protecting your vehicles as effectively as it protects your home.

Presence simulation is perfect for Braintree residents who commute. The system doesn't just turn lights on and off on a simple timer; it learns your actual habits. It simulates human activity patterns inside the house—mimicking the way you move from room to room or use lights in the evening. To an observer outside, it looks exactly as if you are home, making your property a much less attractive target for burglars who look for empty houses during the working day.

Yes, scOS is designed to complement the work of Essex Police. By providing high-quality, 24/7 recording and intelligent activity logs, you can provide clear evidence if an incident occurs. Because our system focuses on 'important activity' and eliminates false alarms, any alert you receive is genuine, allowing you to contact the authorities with confidence. Our 100% UK-based support team is also on hand to help you navigate your data if you ever need to provide footage for an investigation.