The primary difference is that scOS is a proactive intelligence system, while traditional CCTV is a passive recording tool. Most systems wait for a crime to happen and then provide you with footage to show the Dyfed-Powys Police. scOS, however, is designed to stop the crime from occurring in the first place. Using our MotionX technology, the system identifies human threats with zero false alarms and immediately intervenes. It uses automatic lighting and escalating voice warnings from external IoT speakers to let intruders know they've been spotted. By moving the "detection zone" to your property boundary, scOS prevents break-ins rather than just recording them, providing a much higher level of actual security.

Yes, scOS is brand-agnostic and designed to work with most professional-grade wired IP cameras, such as those from Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, and Reolink. If you already have a wired system installed at your Welshpool property, our UK-based engineers can usually integrate it with our scOS Intelligence Hub during a single-day installation (typically 4-6 hours). This "intelligence upgrade" transforms your existing cameras into a proactive AI network capable of person recognition, vehicle tracking, and active deterrents. It’s a smart way to get the latest AI security technology without the cost and hassle of a completely new hardware rollout, provided your current cameras meet our technical standards.

scOS uses a powerful three-layer deterrent system. First, Presence Simulation mimics your household's internal activity patterns when you're out, making your home look occupied to anyone watching. Second, our MotionX AI detects intruders the moment they cross your property boundary, even if they are wearing masks or hoods. Finally, the system uses active intervention: it triggers high-intensity lighting and delivers escalating voice warnings through external IoT speakers. This immediate, automated response is designed to startle and discourage criminals, making it clear that your home is protected by an active, intelligent system that is monitoring their every move.

We take data privacy very seriously. scOS is a 100% UK-based company, and all your data is stored in secure, GDPR-compliant UK data centres. We never sell your data to third parties. Our system uses a hybrid processing model where the scOS Intelligence Hub processes data locally on your property for speed and privacy, only escalating to our secure UK cloud for advanced AI analysis and remote access. This ensures that your most sensitive information stays within your control. You have 24/7 access to your recordings, which are stored for up to 14 days, providing a secure and private way to monitor your home.

A video doorbell only monitors a small area around your front door and is often reactive—it tells you someone is there once they've already arrived. In a market town like Welshpool, where properties may have multiple entrances or outbuildings, a doorbell simply isn't enough. scOS provides 360-degree intelligence for your entire property. It detects intruders at the boundary, long before they reach your door, and uses proactive deterrents like presence simulation and voice warnings to stop them. While a doorbell is a digital peephole, scOS is a complete, proactive security guard for your entire home and grounds.

Welshpool has a higher-than-average crime rate, which means standard security measures are often not enough to deter determined criminals. scOS is specifically designed for high-risk environments. Our escalating response system means that if an intruder doesn't leave after the first warning, the system becomes more assertive, increasing the intensity of lights and the urgency of voice deterrents. This active, persistent monitoring is far more effective at stopping crime in high-activity areas than a simple alarm or a passive camera, as it forces the intruder to realise that they cannot operate undetected.

For residents in Welshpool, protecting vehicles and outbuildings is often a top priority. scOS includes DVLA Vehicle Recognition, which identifies every car that enters your property and checks its registration against the national database. This can flag suspicious vehicles or cloned plates used by criminals scouting the area. Additionally, our boundary detection can be extended to cover garages and sheds, ensuring that your entire property is under the same intelligent protection. By identifying threats early and providing forensic-level detail on vehicles, scOS gives you a significant advantage in preventing property and vehicle theft.

scOS Director is our conversational AI that makes managing your security simple and intuitive. Instead of digging through hours of video, you can just ask the Director questions like, "Was there any suspicious activity last night?" or "Did the delivery arrive at the back door?" The AI understands the context of your property and provides clear, natural language answers. It can even distinguish between family members and strangers based on their behaviour, allowing you to get a quick summary of your home's status without any technical hassle. It’s like having a security expert available to chat whenever you need them.