Traditional CCTV is passive—it only records after a crime happens. scOS actively monitors 24/7 using MotionX, our AI-powered motion detection system that identifies suspicious behavior patterns and anomalies that human eyes would miss. When threats are detected, scOS responds in seconds through presence simulation (appearing as if someone's home) and active intervention strategies, rather than just recording for police after the fact. Most security systems are designed to review footage; scOS is designed to prevent crime before it occurs.

Yes. scOS works with most wired IP cameras already installed in properties. You don't need to rip out your current system. The Intelligence Hub connects to your existing cameras and transforms them from passive recording devices into active, intelligent security. This means you can upgrade to AI-powered protection without the cost and disruption of replacing everything. Our team can assess your setup during consultation to confirm compatibility.

scOS uses three layers of defense. First, presence simulation creates the illusion that someone's home—lights respond to detected motion, creating realistic activity patterns that discourage break-ins. Second, MotionX identifies suspicious behavior in real-time, alerting you immediately to threats. Third, when serious threats are detected, scOS can trigger active interventions (alerts, sirens, or professional monitoring) that interrupt criminal activity and increase the likelihood of intervention before loss occurs. Together, these layers make your property a harder target.

All scOS data is processed and stored in UK data centers only. We're GDPR compliant and take privacy seriously—your property footage never leaves the UK and is never shared with third parties. The Intelligence Hub performs initial processing locally for faster response times, then securely transmits only relevant data to our UK servers. You maintain full control over your data and can request deletion at any time.

A video doorbell shows you who's at your door—useful, but only for the moment someone rings it. scOS protects your entire property 24/7, before anyone ever reaches your door. While doorbells are reactive, scOS is predictive, using MotionX to spot suspicious behavior (prowlers, loitering, attempted entry) and responding in seconds. A doorbell records threats; scOS stops them.

scOS detects and responds in seconds. When MotionX identifies suspicious activity, presence simulation and active responses activate immediately, without waiting for cloud processing. This speed is critical in crime prevention—the faster your property responds, the more likely a criminal is to abandon their attempt and move on to an easier target.

We're honest about this: scOS requires an internet connection to function fully. If your internet is down, the Intelligence Hub will continue recording locally from your cameras, but AI features like MotionX detection and presence simulation won't work until your connection is restored. This is why we recommend reliable broadband—it's as essential to modern security as electricity to traditional alarms.

scOS offers both options. Our professional installation team handles everything end-to-end, ensuring optimal camera placement and system configuration. However, if you're tech-confident with network setup and camera installation, you can self-setup the system. Either way, we provide support to get your Intelligence Hub running smoothly.

scOS pricing is simple and transparent: from just 63p per day per camera. There's no minimum contract, and no hidden fees based on property size or number of cameras—you only pay for what you protect. This means a 4-camera system costs 4× the per-camera rate, giving you complete visibility into your costs.

The Intelligence Hub is a small device installed at your property that powers all of scOS's AI features. It connects to your existing cameras and processes the MotionX detection, presence simulation, and response coordination locally for faster reaction times. Think of it as the 'brain' of your security system, turning your cameras from passive recorders into an intelligent, active defense system.

Sutton experiences 77.8 crimes per 1,000 residents—higher than the national average of 91.7. Property crime is particularly relevant at 27.8 per 1,000 residents, well above the 32.34 national average. This means break-ins and property theft are more common in your area, making passive CCTV genuinely insufficient. AI-powered active security like scOS is precisely designed for areas like Sutton where crime prevention—not just recording—is essential.