Explore affordable and practical wearable technology for assistive purposes in this 35-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au 2022. Discover how to build a budget-friendly platform combining single-board computers, head-mounted displays, and sensors to create a wearable system for viewing documentation, instrument readings, and magnifying fine details. Learn about overcoming cost barriers and privacy concerns while achieving useful artificial reality applications. Gain insights into assembling a $500 alternative to expensive immersive AR systems, featuring components like Raspberry Pi-style computers, Vufine displays, and gravity mice. Ideal for makers and tech enthusiasts interested in accessible wearable solutions for hands-free information access and microscopic viewing.