Pronto condoms
 | This article needs to be updated. (November 2011) |
Pronto condoms was a brand of sheath being released in South Africa, designed by Willem van Rensburg. The outside protective packaging acts as the condom applicator as well, which reduces the time needed to use the condom. Also there is only the need of one hand to open the package. The designer was inspired to create a new style of condom because, according to him, people find the slow process of applying a condom is "a passion-killer and they're willing to take their chances." (with reference to unprotected sex).[1]
van Rensburg launched a few introductory videos on YouTube which became viral. [2]
The first thoughts were really optimistic, however some guys had problems opening the condom package, therefore the official launch was intermitted. Thanks to the Bill & Melinda Gates foundation the company got extra funding to relaunch the condom with a brand-new design which makes it easier to open the pack and apply the condom.
In 2016, they were looking for additional financing through Indiegogo but failed, the campaign is closed.[3]
References
- ^ "Fast condoms on sale in S Africa BBC News. URL Accessed November 6, 2006.
- ^ Sample video
- ^ PRONTO: THE WORLD'S FIRST SELF-UNROLLING CONDOM!, Indiegogo.com.