Standard CCTV in Sleights is usually passive, meaning it only records footage for you to look at after a crime has occurred. scOS is a proactive intelligence system. It uses MotionX technology to identify 'important activity'—meaning it knows the difference between a delivery driver and someone scouting your property. It doesn't need motion masks; it automatically detects your property boundaries. When an intruder is detected, scOS takes action with automatic lighting and voice warnings from external speakers, deterring them before they ever reach your home. It’s active protection, not just a recording.

Yes, scOS is brand-agnostic and designed to work with most professional wired IP cameras, such as those from Hikvision, Dahua, or Axis. If you already have a system installed at your Sleights property, we can often upgrade it by connecting it to our Intelligence Hub. This adds AI capabilities to your existing hardware. Our professional UK installers will perform a full assessment during the 4-6 hour installation process to ensure your cameras are positioned for optimal AI performance, prioritising wired connections for maximum security against jamming.

scOS deters criminals using three powerful layers. First, Presence Simulation makes your home appear occupied by mimicking your internal lighting and activity patterns while you're away—perfect for holiday homes. Second, our MotionX AI identifies suspicious behaviour and person recognition, even if the individual is wearing a mask or hood. Third, if someone enters your property, the system initiates an escalating response: instant bright lights followed by authoritative voice warnings from external IoT speakers. This immediate, AI-driven intervention is usually enough to make any criminal abandon their attempt.

We take data privacy very seriously. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, and all your data is stored in secure UK-based data centres, fully compliant with GDPR. Unlike many other smart home companies, we never sell your data. Most of the intelligence processing happens locally on your Intelligence Hub, with only essential data escalated to the cloud. You have full control over your 24/7 recordings, which are kept for up to two weeks and can be accessed securely through our app from anywhere.

A video doorbell is a great start, but it only monitors your front door and is often reactive. In a village like Sleights, you need whole-property protection, especially for homes with larger gardens or those that are left empty. scOS monitors your entire perimeter, including side gates and driveways. While a doorbell might show you a thief at your door, scOS is designed to stop them from getting that far by using proactive voice deterrents and automated lighting the moment they step onto your land.

Sleights is a popular area for holiday lets and second homes, which can be vulnerable when empty. scOS is the perfect solution for remote management. Our Presence Simulation makes the property look occupied, while the scOS Director allows you to check in from anywhere. You can ask, 'Has there been any activity at the house this week?' and receive a natural language summary. This provides peace of mind for owners who aren't always in the Esk Valley to check on their property.

The hilly and wooded terrain around Sleights can cause traditional motion sensors to trigger false alarms due to swaying branches or wildlife. scOS uses MotionX, an AI specifically designed to ignore animals, wind, and trees. It focuses exclusively on human activity and suspicious patterns. This means you won't be bothered by alerts every time a deer crosses your garden or the wind picks up, ensuring that when you do get a notification, it's something that actually requires your attention.

Yes, scOS is excellent for vehicle protection. It features DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which can identify the registration plates of cars entering your driveway. If an unrecognised or suspicious vehicle is detected, the system can alert you immediately. This is a powerful deterrent against opportunistic thieves who may be scouting the area, ensuring your cars are protected by the same high-level AI as your home, even in the quietest parts of the village.