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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
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Assets $ 13,056 $ 13,438
Capital expenditures 211 246
QVC-U.S.
   
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Assets 10,322 10,541
Capital expenditures 123 88
QVC-Japan
   
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Assets 732 969
Capital expenditures 16 105
QVC-Germany
   
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Assets 1,109 1,064
Capital expenditures 28 25
QVC-U.K.
   
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Assets 613 619
Capital expenditures 16 22
QVC-Italy
   
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Assets 280 245
Capital expenditures $ 28 $ 6