Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Depreciation/Amortization by Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions |
12 Months Ended | ||
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Dec. 31, 2015 |
Dec. 31, 2014 |
Dec. 31, 2013 |
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| Depreciation | $ 134 | $ 135 | $ 127 |
| Amortization | 454 | 452 | 431 |
| QVC-U.S. | |||
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| Depreciation | 63 | 56 | 55 |
| Amortization | 404 | 391 | 362 |
| QVC-International | |||
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
| Depreciation | 71 | 79 | 72 |
| Amortization | $ 50 | $ 61 | $ 69 |
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- Definition The amount of expense recognized in the current period that reflects the allocation of the cost of tangible assets over the assets' useful lives. Includes production and non-production related depreciation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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