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Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Total Assets and CAPEX by Segment) (Details)

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Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Total Assets and CAPEX by Segment) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
6 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2013
Jun. 30, 2012
Dec. 31, 2012
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets $ 12,710   $ 13,438
Net capital expenditures 75 101 246
QVC-U.S.
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 10,047   10,541
Net capital expenditures 37   88
QVC-Japan
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 789   969
Net capital expenditures 13   105
QVC-Germany
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 1,037   1,064
Net capital expenditures 14   25
QVC-U.K.
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 585   619
Net capital expenditures 6   22
QVC-Italy
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 252   245
Net capital expenditures $ 5   $ 6