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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, 2014
Jun. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets $ 12,667   $ 13,056
Net capital expenditures 57 75 211
QVC-U.S.
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 9,933   10,322
Net capital expenditures 38   123
QVC-Japan
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 732   732
Net capital expenditures (1)   16
QVC-Germany
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 1,103   1,109
Net capital expenditures 4   28
QVC-U.K.
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 628   613
Net capital expenditures 6   16
QVC-Italy
     
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 271   280
Net capital expenditures $ 10   $ 28