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Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Depreciation/Amortization by Segment) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | |
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Mar. 31, 2014
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Mar. 31, 2013
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Depreciation | $ 33 | $ 30 |
| Amortization | 111 | 104 |
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QVC-U.S.
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Depreciation | 13 | 13 |
| Amortization | 94 | 88 |
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QVC-Japan
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Depreciation | 5 | 3 |
| Amortization | 2 | 2 |
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QVC-Germany
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Depreciation | 8 | 8 |
| Amortization | 11 | 9 |
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QVC-U.K.
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Depreciation | 4 | 4 |
| Amortization | 3 | 3 |
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QVC-Italy
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| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | ||
| Depreciation | 3 | 2 |
| Amortization | $ 1 | $ 2 |