Traditional CCTV is passive – it records video you can only watch after something happens. scOS transforms your cameras into intelligent guardians. While your CCTV sits idle, our AI continuously monitors for threats, detecting suspicious behaviour in seconds. When danger arrives, scOS doesn't just record – it acts immediately. Presence Simulation mimics home occupancy to deter intruders before they enter. MotionX creates dynamic light patterns that confuse and discourage burglars in real-time. Your old system shows you a crime scene; scOS stops the crime from happening at all.

Yes. scOS works with most standard wired IP cameras – the type your current CCTV system likely uses. During professional installation (or self-setup for tech-confident users), we connect your existing cameras to the Intelligence Hub, our small device that powers all AI features. There's no need to rip out your current system or buy expensive new hardware. If your cameras are compatible, they immediately gain AI superpowers. If you don't have cameras yet, we can recommend reliable options that integrate seamlessly with scOS.

scOS stops crime through three powerful layers of protection. First, Presence Simulation makes your empty home look occupied – lights turn on, curtains adjust, motion is visible from outside – making burglars skip your property and target apparently undefended homes. Second, MotionX detects intrusion attempts and creates dynamic light patterns that confuse and disorient intruders in seconds, causing them to flee before breaking in. Third, active intervention means real-time response – alerts to you and authorities, automatic siren activation, and coordinated action that turns amateur burglars away. Traditional burglars work in seconds; scOS responds faster.

Your data stays in the UK. scOS uses UK data centres for all processing and storage, ensuring compliance with GDPR and UK data protection laws. Video footage is encrypted in transit and at rest. Your camera feeds are processed locally through the Intelligence Hub before any data leaves your property, and only essential information needed for your protection is sent to our UK servers. You maintain full control – you can review, delete, or download your footage anytime. We never sell your data or use it for anything other than protecting your home.

A video doorbell shows you who's at your door – after they've arrived. scOS stops them from ever ringing the bell. Doorbells are reactive; scOS is proactive. While a doorbell records someone's face as they break in, scOS's Presence Simulation makes them think twice before approaching, and MotionX deters them as they attempt entry. Doorbells work at one entry point; scOS protects your entire property with camera coverage. Doorbells show you crime happening; scOS prevents it happening at all. For homeowners in high-crime areas like Swindon, the difference is whether you're a target or a fortress.

scOS requires an internet connection for its AI features to function. The good news: if your connection drops temporarily, your cameras continue recording locally through the Intelligence Hub, so you don't lose footage. However, AI monitoring, threat detection, and Presence Simulation won't work until your connection is restored. Most outages resolve quickly, but for homes in areas with unreliable connectivity, discuss backup options during installation. In practice, residents report this is rarely an issue – and the protection you get with a reliable connection far outweighs a brief gap.

Response happens in seconds. When suspicious behaviour is detected, scOS immediately activates Presence Simulation and MotionX deterrence while sending real-time alerts to your phone. If you've connected to local emergency response, authorities can be notified simultaneously. The entire process – detection to response – takes mere seconds, often before an intruder fully understands what's happening. This speed is why scOS stops crime instead of just recording it.

scOS offers both options. Professional installation is available through our network – technicians will assess your property, connect your existing cameras, set up the Intelligence Hub, and optimise coverage. For tech-confident users, self-setup is available with step-by-step guidance and remote support. Professional installation typically takes 2-4 hours and includes full configuration and testing. Most customers choose professional installation for peace of mind and optimal system performance, but the choice is yours.

scOS pricing is simple: £0.63 per camera per day (or monthly subscriptions available). There are no hidden fees, no property size calculations, and no expensive installation charges unless you choose professional setup. A typical 4-camera system costs under £2.50 per day for intelligent protection. Given that the average burglary costs £2,500+ in property loss and trauma, scOS pays for itself in days. Start with one or two cameras and expand as you grow – there's no minimum commitment.

Yes. The scOS mobile app lets you monitor your home from anywhere – live camera feeds, threat alerts, Presence Simulation control, and footage playback. You see real-time status, receive notifications when movement is detected, and can manually trigger deterrence features if needed. Everything is secured with end-to-end encryption, so only you can see your home. Whether you're at work, on holiday, or across the world, your protection travels with you.