Traditional CCTV is essentially a digital witness; it records a crime but does nothing to stop it. scOS is a proactive intelligence system. While standard cameras rely on 'motion detection' that triggers for every passing cat or swaying branch, our MotionX technology focuses only on 'important activity.' It understands the difference between a person and a shadow, meaning zero false alarms. More importantly, scOS doesn't just watch; it acts. When a genuine threat is detected, the system uses automatic light responses and escalating voice warnings from external IoT speakers to deter the intruder before they even reach your door. It transforms your security from a passive recording device into an active, AI-driven security guard for your home.

In most cases, yes. scOS is brand-agnostic and designed to work with almost any professional-grade wired IP camera, including brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, and Reolink. During our professional UK installation process, which typically takes 4-6 hours, our engineers will assess your existing hardware. If your cameras are compatible, our Intelligence Hub will take over the feed, instantly upgrading your 'dumb' cameras with advanced AI capabilities like MotionX and DVLA vehicle recognition. This allows you to leverage your existing investment while gaining the proactive protection and sophisticated AI features that only scOS provides. If your current cameras aren't suitable, we can provide high-quality replacements as part of your system build.

scOS uses a three-layered approach to deterrence. First is Presence Simulation: the system learns your internal activity patterns and mimics them when you're away, making your home appear occupied. Second is our MotionX detection, which identifies suspicious behaviour the moment someone enters your property boundaries—even if they are trying to hide their face or change their silhouette. Finally, the system initiates an Active Intervention. This isn't just a simple alarm; it’s an escalating response. It starts with instant illumination and moves to authoritative voice warnings delivered via external IoT speakers. By the time a criminal reaches your entry points, they already know they’ve been spotted and that the property is intelligently protected.

Your privacy is our priority. Unlike many competitors who ship data overseas, scOS is 100% UK-based. All your video data and AI processing are handled between your local Intelligence Hub and our secure UK-based data centres. We are fully GDPR compliant, meaning your data remains yours and is never sold or shared with third parties. You have total control over your recordings, which are stored for up to two weeks and accessible only by you through our secure app. By keeping everything within the UK, we ensure the highest standards of data protection and provide you with the peace of mind that your home's intelligence stays private.

A video doorbell is a reactive tool; it tells you someone is at the door, often after they’ve already pressed it or triggered a delayed sensor. scOS is a comprehensive property-wide solution. While a doorbell only covers a tiny fraction of your home, scOS monitors your entire property boundary. It uses AI to detect threats long before they reach the front door, using proactive deterrents to stop a crime from happening in the first place. Furthermore, doorbells are often wireless and easily jammed; scOS uses a hardwired system for maximum reliability. It’s the difference between seeing a package thief and preventing a break-in.

Skidby is known for its iconic windmill, and with that comes plenty of wind. Traditional CCTV systems often struggle with this, sending endless false alerts as trees and shadows move. Our MotionX technology is a revolutionary activity detection system that ignores these environmental factors. It focuses only on 'important activity'—specifically human movement. Whether it's a windy day in East Yorkshire or a spider crawling across the lens, scOS won't bother you unless there is a real person on your property.

Yes, scOS is excellent for multi-generational households. Our Person Recognition technology learns the normal behaviours and patterns of everyone living in the home. It can distinguish between your family members and a stranger. You can even use the scOS Director AI to check on elderly relatives or see when children have returned from school, providing an extra layer of care and safety for the whole family.

We provide a full, professional UK installation service. Our engineers will come to your Skidby home and handle everything, from mounting the cameras and IoT speakers to setting up the Intelligence Hub. The process usually takes between 4 and 6 hours, and we ensure that the system is fully calibrated to your property's specific layout before we leave. We also provide a full walkthrough of the app so you're confident using your new system from day one.