Traditional CCTV is passive; it records a crime while it happens, leaving you with grainy footage for a police report. scOS is proactive. Our MotionX technology doesn't just see movement; it understands activity. Unlike standard systems that require you to draw 'motion masks' to avoid false alarms from swaying trees or spiders, MotionX works out of the box to identify human threats with zero false alarms. When a threat is detected, scOS doesn't just watch—it intervenes. It uses automatic property boundary detection to trigger instant light responses and escalating voice warnings from external IoT speakers, stopping an intruder before they even reach your door. It’s the difference between having a witness and having a digital security guard.

Absolutely. scOS is designed to be brand agnostic, meaning we can often transform your existing 'dumb' cameras into an intelligent AI-driven network. We work with most professional-grade wired IP cameras, including brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Reolink, and Ubiquiti. During our professional UK installation—which typically takes just 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 local hub processes the video feed using our MotionX AI, adding features like DVLA vehicle recognition and covered face detection to your existing setup without needing a total hardware overhaul.

scOS uses a sophisticated three-layer approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation: while you’re away, the system simulates human activity patterns inside your home, making it appear occupied to anyone watching. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies 'important activity'—it recognises people even if they are crouching, wearing masks, or trying to hide their silhouette. Finally, if someone crosses your property boundary, the system initiates Active Intervention. This starts with instant illumination and escalates to authoritative voice warnings delivered via external IoT speakers. By detecting the threat early and responding automatically, scOS removes the 'opportunity' that most criminals look for in Sawston.

Privacy is at the core of scOS. Unlike many competitors who ship data overseas, scOS is 100% UK-based. Your video data is processed locally on your Intelligence Hub for immediate action and then securely backed up to our UK-based data centres. We are fully GDPR compliant, ensuring that your data remains yours and is never sold or accessed by third parties. You have full control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and accessible anywhere via our secure app. By combining local processing with secure UK cloud storage, we provide the perfect balance of high-speed AI intelligence and robust data privacy.

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 provides whole-property intelligence. While a doorbell has a limited field of view, scOS monitors your entire property boundary using AI that auto-detects your land lines. It identifies suspicious behaviour—like someone loitering near your side gate or a vehicle with cloned plates on your driveway—long before they reach the front door. While a doorbell records a crime, scOS is designed to prevent it through escalating deterrents, making it a comprehensive security solution rather than just a digital peephole.

Sawston's proximity to Cambridge and the Science Park means many residents have high-value tech and bicycles. scOS is particularly effective at protecting these assets. Our MotionX AI can be trained to recognise 'important activity' around your bike sheds or home offices. If someone is seen loitering or attempting to tamper with these areas, the system doesn't just record it; it uses voice deterrents to warn them off immediately, protecting your valuable equipment before it can be taken.

Yes, scOS features advanced DVLA Vehicle Recognition. In a village like Sawston, where criminals may use the nearby A1301 for a quick getaway, identifying suspicious vehicles is vital. Our system checks number plates against the DVLA database to spot cloned plates or vehicles that shouldn't be there. If a suspicious car enters your driveway, scOS can alert you instantly and even use its external speakers to deliver a warning, letting the driver know their vehicle has been logged.

scOS is designed to be incredibly user-friendly. You don't need to be a tech expert to use it. Our 'scOS Director' is a conversational AI that allows you to interact with your security system using natural language. You can simply ask, 'Was there anyone at the back gate today?' or 'Show me the delivery from this morning.' It’s like having a conversation with a security guard who knows your property inside out, making advanced home intelligence accessible to everyone in Sawston.