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Apr. 29, 2012
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Mar. 02, 2012
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| Document and Entity Information [Abstract] | ||
| Entity Registrant Name | Avago Technologies LTD | |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0001441634 | |
| Document Type | 10-Q | |
| Document Period End Date | Apr. 29, 2012 | |
| Amendment Flag | false | |
| Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2012 | |
| Document Fiscal Period Focus | Q1 | |
| Current Fiscal Year End Date | --10-28 | |
| Entity Filer Category | Large Accelerated Filer | |
| Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding | 244,802,147 |
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This is focus fiscal period of the document report. For a first quarter 2006 quarterly report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, the first fiscal quarter should be given as the fiscal period focus. Values: FY, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, H1, H2, M9, T1, T2, T3, M8, CY. No definition available.
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This is focus fiscal year of the document report in CCYY format. For a 2006 annual report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, fiscal 2006 should be given as the fiscal year focus. Example: 2006. No definition available.
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The end date of the period reflected on the cover page if a periodic report. For all other reports and registration statements containing historical data, it is the date up through which that historical data is presented. If there is no historical data in the report, use the filing date. The format of the date is CCYY-MM-DD. No definition available.
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The type of document being provided (such as 10-K, 10-Q, N-1A, etc). The document type is limited to the same value as the supporting SEC submission type, minus any "/A" suffix. The acceptable values are as follows: S-1, S-3, S-4, S-11, F-1, F-3, F-4, F-9, F-10, 6-K, 8-K, 10, 10-K, 10-Q, 20-F, 40-F, N-1A, 485BPOS, 497, NCSR, N-CSR, N-CSRS, N-Q, 10-KT, 10-QT, 20-FT, POS AM and Other. No definition available.
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A unique 10-digit SEC-issued value to identify entities that have filed disclosures with the SEC. It is commonly abbreviated as CIK. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Indicate number of shares outstanding of each of registrant's classes of common stock, as of latest practicable date. Where multiple classes exist define each class by adding class of stock items such as Common Class A [Member], Common Class B [Member] onto the Instrument [Domain] of the Entity Listings, Instrument No definition available.
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Indicate whether the registrant is one of the following: (1) Large Accelerated Filer, (2) Accelerated Filer, (3) Non-accelerated Filer, or (4) Smaller Reporting Company. Definitions of these categories are stated in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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The exact name of the entity filing the report as specified in its charter, which is required by forms filed with the SEC. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount due from customers or clients, within one year of the balance sheet date (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer), for goods or services (including trade receivables) that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business, reduced to the estimated net realizable fair value by an allowance established by the entity of the amount it deems uncertain of collection. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accumulated change in equity from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources, net of tax effect, at period end. Excludes Net Income (Loss), and accumulated changes in equity from transactions resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners. Includes foreign currency translation items, certain pension adjustments, unrealized gains and losses on certain investments in debt and equity securities, other than temporary impairment (OTTI) losses related to factors other than credit losses on available-for-sale and held-to-maturity debt securities that an entity does not intend to sell and it is not more likely than not that the entity will be required to sell before recovery of the amortized cost basis, as well as changes in the fair value of derivatives related to the effective portion of a designated cash flow hedge. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are expected to be realized in cash, sold, or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount equal to the present value (the principal) at the beginning of the lease term of minimum lease payments during the lease term (excluding that portion of the payments representing executory costs such as insurance, maintenance, and taxes to be paid by the lessor, together with any profit thereon) net of payments or other amounts applied to the principal, through the balance sheet date and due to be paid within one year (or one operating cycle, if longer) of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount equal to the present value (the principal) at the beginning of the lease term of minimum lease payments during the lease term (excluding that portion of the payments representing executory costs such as insurance, maintenance, and taxes to be paid by the lessor, together with any profit thereon) net of payments or other amounts applied to the principal, through the balance sheet date and due to be paid more than one year (or one operating cycle, if longer) after the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Includes currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. It also includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits in that the Entity may deposit additional funds at any time and also effectively may withdraw funds at any time without prior notice or penalty. Cash equivalents, excluding items classified as marketable securities, include short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash, and so near their maturity that they present minimal risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Generally, only investments with original maturities of three months or less qualify under that definition. Original maturity means original maturity to the entity holding the investment. For example, both a three-month US Treasury bill and a three-year Treasury note purchased three months from maturity qualify as cash equivalents. However, a Treasury note purchased three years ago does not become a cash equivalent when its remaining maturity is three months. Compensating balance arrangements that do not legally restrict the withdrawal or usage of cash amounts may be reported as Cash and Cash Equivalents, while legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or company statements of intention with regard to particular deposits are not generally reported as cash and cash equivalents. Includes cash and cash equivalents associated with the entity's continuing operations. Excludes cash and cash equivalents associated with the disposal group (and discontinued operation). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Represents the caption on the face of the balance sheet to indicate that the entity has entered into (1) purchase or supply arrangements that will require expending a portion of its resources to meet the terms thereof, and (2) is exposed to potential losses or, less frequently, gains, arising from (a) possible claims against a company's resources due to future performance under contract terms, and (b) possible losses or likely gains from uncertainties that will ultimately be resolved when one or more future events that are deemed likely to occur do occur or fail to occur. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate par or stated value of issued nonredeemable common stock (or common stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer). This item includes treasury stock repurchased by the entity. Note: elements for number of nonredeemable common shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred through that date and payable for obligations related to services received from employees, such as accrued salaries and bonuses, payroll taxes and fringe benefits. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate sum of gross carrying value of a major finite-lived intangible asset class, less accumulated amortization and any impairment charges. A major class is composed of intangible assets that can be grouped together because they are similar, either by their nature or by their use in the operations of a company. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date, which is the cumulative amount paid and (if applicable) the fair value of any noncontrolling interest in the acquiree, adjusted for any amortization recognized prior to the adoption of any changes in generally accepted accounting principles (as applicable) and for any impairment charges, in excess of the fair value of net assets acquired in one or more business combination transactions. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount (lower of cost or market) as of the balance sheet date of inventories less all valuation and other allowances. Excludes noncurrent inventory balances (expected to remain on hand past one year or one operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all liabilities that are recognized. Liabilities are probable future sacrifices of economic benefits arising from present obligations of an entity to transfer assets or provide services to other entities in the future. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity items (or Partners' Capital, as applicable), including the portion of equity attributable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total obligations incurred as part of normal operations that are expected to be paid during the following twelve months or within one business cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of current assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Current assets are expected to be realized or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent assets are expected to be realized or consumed after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of obligations incurred and payable, pertaining to costs that are statutory in nature, are incurred on contractual obligations, or accumulate over time and for which invoices have not yet been received or will not be rendered and of liabilities not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent obligations not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent liabilities are expected to be paid after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Tangible assets that are held by an entity for use in the production or supply of goods and services, for rental to others, or for administrative purposes and that are expected to provide economic benefit for more than one year; net of accumulated depreciation. Examples include land, buildings, machinery and equipment, and other types of furniture and equipment including, but not limited to, office equipment, furniture and fixtures, and computer equipment and software. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cumulative amount of the reporting entity's undistributed earnings or deficit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all stockholders' equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors, owners, and affiliates of the entity which are attributable to the parent. The amount of the economic entity's stockholders' equity attributable to the parent excludes the amount of stockholders' equity which is allocable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent (noncontrolling interest, minority interest). This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets - Unaudited (Parenthetical) (USD $)
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Apr. 29, 2012
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Oct. 30, 2011
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| Shareholders' equity: | ||
| Ordinary Shares, par value | ||
| Ordinary Shares, shares issued | 244,726,290 | 245,962,320 |
| Ordinary Shares, shares outstanding | 244,726,290 | 245,962,320 |
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Issuance value per share of no-par value common stock; generally not indicative of the fair market value per share. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total number of common shares of an entity that have been sold or granted to shareholders (includes common shares that were issued, repurchased and remain in the treasury). These shares represent capital invested by the firm's shareholders and owners, and may be all or only a portion of the number of shares authorized. Shares issued include shares outstanding and shares held in the treasury. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total number of shares of common stock held by shareholders. May be all or portion of the number of common shares authorized. These shares represent the ownership interest of the common shareholders. Shares outstanding equals shares issued minus shares held in treasury and other adjustments, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations - Unaudited (USD $)
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| Net revenue | $ 577 | $ 560 | $ 1,140 | $ 1,110 |
| Cost of products sold: | ||||
| Cost of products sold | 284 | 271 | 563 | 536 |
| Amortization of intangible assets | 14 | 14 | 28 | 28 |
| Restructuring charges | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Total cost of products sold | 299 | 285 | 592 | 564 |
| Gross margin | 278 | 275 | 548 | 546 |
| Research and development | 84 | 76 | 166 | 149 |
| Selling, general and administrative | 51 | 55 | 101 | 105 |
| Amortization of intangible assets | 5 | 5 | 10 | 11 |
| Restructuring charges | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Total operating expenses | 141 | 137 | 279 | 266 |
| Income from operations | 137 | 138 | 269 | 280 |
| Interest expense | 0 | (1) | (1) | (4) |
| Loss on extinguishment of debt | 0 | (1) | 0 | (20) |
| Other expense, net | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Income before income taxes | 140 | 137 | 270 | 257 |
| Provision for income taxes | 6 | 2 | 11 | 3 |
| Net income | $ 134 | $ 135 | $ 259 | $ 254 |
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| Net income per share | $ 0.55 | $ 0.55 | $ 1.05 | $ 1.04 |
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| Net income per share | $ 0.54 | $ 0.54 | $ 1.03 | $ 1.01 |
| Weighted average shares : | ||||
| Basic | 244 | 245 | 246 | 245 |
| Diluted | 250 | 252 | 251 | 252 |
| Dividends declared and paid per share | $ 0.13 | $ 0.08 | $ 0.25 | $ 0.15 |
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Costs related to goods produced and sold during the reporting period excluding amortization of intangible assets and restructuring charges. No definition available.
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Amount related to cost of products sold charged against earnings in the period for incurred and estimated costs associated with exit from or disposal of business activities or restructurings pursuant to a duly authorized plan, excluding asset retirement obligations. No definition available.
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The aggregate expense charged against earnings to allocate the cost of intangible assets (nonphysical assets not used in production) in a systematic and rational manner to the periods expected to benefit from such assets. As a noncash expense, this element is added back to net income when calculating cash provided by or used in operations using the indirect method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate dividends declared during the period for each share of common stock outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total costs related to goods produced and sold during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of expense recognized in the current period that reflects the allocation of the costs of intangible assets over the expected benefit period of such assets. This element applies only to intangible assets used in the production of goods. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount represents the difference between the fair value of the payments made and the carrying amount of the debt at the time of its extinguishment. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate revenue less cost of goods and services sold or operating expenses directly attributable to the revenue generation activity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of operating profit and nonoperating income or expense before Income or Loss from equity method investments, income taxes, extraordinary items, and noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The sum of the current income tax expense or benefit and the deferred income tax expense or benefit pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cost of borrowed funds accounted for as interest that was charged against earnings during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Generally recurring costs associated with normal operations except for the portion of these expenses which can be clearly related to production and included in cost of sales or services. Includes selling, general and administrative expense. No definition available.
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The net result for the period of deducting operating expenses from operating revenues. No definition available.
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The net amount of other income and expense amounts, the components of which are not separately disclosed on the income statement, resulting from ancillary business-related activities (that is, excluding major activities considered part of the normal operations of the business) also known as other nonoperating income (expense) recognized for the period. Such amounts may include: (a) dividends, (b) interest on securities, (c) net gains or losses on securities, (d) unusual costs, (e) gains or losses on foreign exchange transactions, and (f) miscellaneous other income and expense items. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate costs incurred (1) in a planned search or critical investigation aimed at discovery of new knowledge with the hope that such knowledge will be useful in developing a new product or service, a new process or technique, or in bringing about a significant improvement to an existing product or process; or (2) to translate research findings or other knowledge into a plan or design for a new product or process or for a significant improvement to an existing product or process whether intended for sale or the entity's use, during the reporting period charged to research and development projects, including the costs of developing computer software up to the point in time of achieving technological feasibility, and costs allocated in accounting for a business combination to in-process projects deemed to have no alternative future use. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount charged against earnings in the period for incurred and estimated costs associated with exit from or disposal of business activities or restructurings pursuant to a duly authorized plan, excluding asset retirement obligations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate total costs related to selling a firm's product and services, as well as all other general and administrative expenses. Direct selling expenses (for example, credit, warranty, and advertising) are expenses that can be directly linked to the sale of specific products. Indirect selling expenses are expenses that cannot be directly linked to the sale of specific products, for example telephone expenses, Internet, and postal charges. General and administrative expenses include salaries of non-sales personnel, rent, utilities, communication, etc. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The average number of shares or units issued and outstanding that are used in calculating diluted EPS or earnings per unit (EPU), determined based on the timing of issuance of shares or units in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of [basic] shares or units, after adjustment for contingently issuable shares or units and other shares or units not deemed outstanding, determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares or units have been outstanding to the total time in that period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - Unaudited (USD $)
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| Cash flows from operating activities: | |||||
| Net income | $ 259 | $ 254 | |||
| Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: | |||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 75 | 79 | |||
| Loss on extinguishment of debt | 0 | 6 | |||
| Gain (Loss) on Sale of Property Plant Equipment | 1 | 1 | |||
| Impairment of investment and loan receivable from investee | 2 | 0 | |||
| Share-based compensation | 24 | 16 | |||
| Tax benefits from share-based compensation | 2 | 8 | |||
| Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation | (1) | (2) | |||
| Changes in assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions: | |||||
| Trade accounts receivable, net | 54 | (3) | |||
| Inventory | (24) | (5) | |||
| Accounts payable | 13 | 15 | |||
| Employee compensation and benefits | (32) | (20) | |||
| Other current assets and current liabilities | (18) | (30) | |||
| Other long-term assets and long-term liabilities | (5) | 1 | |||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | 350 | 320 | |||
| Cash flows from investing activities: | |||||
| Purchase of property, plant and equipment | (103) | (51) | |||
| Acquisitions and investments, net of cash acquired | 0 | (9) | |||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (103) | (60) | |||
| Cash flows from financing activities: | |||||
| Proceeds from government grants | 2 | 0 | |||
| Debt repayments | 0 | (230) | |||
| Payments of Financing Costs | 0 | (2) | |||
| Payments on capital lease obligations | (1) | (2) | |||
| Issuance of ordinary shares | 22 | 44 | |||
| Repurchase of ordinary shares | (85) | 0 | |||
| Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation | 1 | 2 | |||
| Dividend payments to shareholders | (61) | (37) | |||
| Net cash used in financing activities | (122) | (225) | |||
| Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents | 125 | 35 | |||
| Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period | 829 | [1] | 561 | ||
| Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | $ 954 | $ 596 | |||
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The cash outflow for the obligation for lease meeting the criteria for capitalization (includes maturities within one year and exceeding one year or beyond the operating cycle of the entity, if longer). No definition available.
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Includes currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. It also includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits in that the Entity may deposit additional funds at any time and also effectively may withdraw funds at any time without prior notice or penalty. Cash equivalents, excluding items classified as marketable securities, include short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash, and so near their maturity that they present minimal risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Generally, only investments with original maturities of three months or less qualify under that definition. Original maturity means original maturity to the entity holding the investment. For example, both a three-month US Treasury bill and a three-year Treasury note purchased three months from maturity qualify as cash equivalents. However, a Treasury note purchased three years ago does not become a cash equivalent when its remaining maturity is three months. Compensating balance arrangements that do not legally restrict the withdrawal or usage of cash amounts may be reported as Cash and Cash Equivalents, while legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or company statements of intention with regard to particular deposits are not generally reported as cash and cash equivalents. Includes cash and cash equivalents associated with the entity's continuing operations. Excludes cash and cash equivalents associated with the disposal group (and discontinued operation). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of other than temporary impairment (OTTI) losses on equity securities, OTTI related to credit losses on debt securities, and OTTI losses on debt securities when the entity intends to sell the securities or it is more likely than not that the entity will be required to sell the securities before recovery of its amortized cost basis. Additionally, this item includes OTTI losses recognized during the period on investments accounted for under the cost method of accounting. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| Overview and Basis of Presentation | Overview, Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies Overview Avago Technologies Limited, or the “Company”, was organized under the laws of the Republic of Singapore in August 2005. We are the successor to the Semiconductor Products Group, or SPG, of Agilent Technologies, Inc., or Agilent. On December 1, 2005, we acquired substantially all of the assets of SPG from Agilent for $2.7 billion, or the SPG Acquisition. We are a designer, developer and global supplier of analog semiconductor devices with a focus on III-V based products. We offer products in four primary target markets: wireless communications, wired infrastructure, industrial and automotive electronics, and consumer and computing peripherals. Applications for our products in these target markets include cellular phones, consumer appliances, data networking and telecommunications equipment, enterprise storage and servers, factory automation, displays, optical mice and printers. References herein to “we”, “our”, “us” and “Avago” are to Avago Technologies Limited and its consolidated subsidiaries, unless otherwise specified or the context otherwise requires. Basis of Presentation Fiscal Periods. We operate on a 52- or 53-week fiscal year ending on the Sunday closest to October 31. Our first quarter of fiscal year 2012 ended on January 29, 2012, the second quarter ended on April 29, 2012, the third quarter will end on July 29, 2012 and the fourth quarter will end on October 28, 2012. Information. The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Avago and all of our wholly-owned subsidiaries, and are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, or GAAP. Intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. Interim information presented in the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements has been prepared by management and, in the opinion of management, includes all adjustments of a normal recurring nature that are necessary for the fair statement of the financial position, results of operations and cash flows for the periods shown, and is in accordance with GAAP. These unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes for the fiscal year ended October 30, 2011, or fiscal year 2011, included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, or the SEC, on December 16, 2011. The operating results for the fiscal quarter ended April 29, 2012 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the year ending October 28, 2012, or fiscal year 2012, or for any other future period. The balance sheet data as of October 30, 2011 presented is derived from the audited financial statements as of that date. Significant Accounting Policies Use of estimates. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates, and such differences could affect the results of operations reported in future periods. Concentrations of credit risk and significant customers. Our cash, cash equivalents and accounts receivable are potentially subject to concentration of credit risk. Cash and cash equivalents may be redeemable upon demand and are maintained with several financial institutions that management believes are of high credit quality and therefore bear minimal credit risk. The Company seeks to mitigate its credit risks by spreading such risks across multiple counterparties and monitoring the risk profile of these counterparties. Our accounts receivable are derived from revenue earned from customers located in the U.S. and internationally. Credit risk with respect to accounts receivable is generally diversified due to the large number of entities comprising our customer base and their dispersion across many different industries and geographies. We perform regular credit evaluations of our customers’ financial conditions, and requiring collateral, such as letters of credit and bank guarantees, in certain circumstances. We sell our products through our direct sales force, manufacturers' representatives and distributors. Two customers accounted for 17% and 11%, respectively, of our net accounts receivable balance at April 29, 2012 and these same two customers accounted for 15% and 10%, respectively, of our net accounts receivable balance at October 30, 2011. For the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012, one customer represented 16% and 17% of net revenue, respectively. For the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011, no single customer represented 10% or more of net revenue. Warranty. We accrue for the estimated costs of product warranties at the time revenue is recognized. Product warranty costs are estimated based upon our historical experience and specific identification of product requirements, which may fluctuate based on product mix. Additionally, we accrue for warranty costs associated with occasional or unanticipated product quality issues if a loss is probable and can be reasonably estimated. The following table summarizes the changes in accrued warranty (in millions):
See Note 11. “Commitments and Contingencies” for further details. Net income per share. Basic net income per share is computed using the weighted-average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per share is computed using the weighted-average number of ordinary shares and potentially dilutive share equivalents outstanding during the period. Diluted shares outstanding includes the dilutive effect of in-the-money options, restricted share units, or RSUs, and employee share purchase rights under the Avago Technologies Limited Employee Share Purchase Plan, or ESPP. The dilutive effect of such equity awards is calculated based on the average share price for each fiscal period using the treasury stock method. Under the treasury stock method, the amount the employee must pay for exercising stock options and to purchase shares under the ESPP, the amount of compensation cost for future service that the Company has not yet recognized, and the amount of tax benefits that would be recorded in additional paid-in capital when equity awards become deductible for income tax purposes are collectively assumed to be used to repurchase shares. Diluted net income per share for the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011 excluded the potentially dilutive effect of weighted-average outstanding equity awards, including options, RSUs, and ESPP rights, to purchase 1 million, 1 million, 1 million, and less than 1 million ordinary shares, respectively, as their effect was antidilutive. The following is a reconciliation of the denominators of the basic and diluted net income per share computations for the periods presented (in millions, except per share data):
Supplemental cash flow disclosures. At April 29, 2012 and October 30, 2011, we had $41 million and $21 million, respectively, of unpaid purchases of property, plant, and equipment included in accounts payable and other current liabilities. Amounts reported as unpaid purchases are recorded as cash outflows from investing activities for purchases of property, plant, and equipment in the consolidated statement of cash flows in the period they are paid. Reclassifications. Certain reclassifications have been made to the prior period unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows. The unaudited condensed consolidated statement of cash flows for the two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011 reflects a reclassification of $2 million of expenses related to our credit agreement entered into in March 2011 from cash flows provided by operating activities to cash flows used in financing activities. As a result, net cash provided by operating activities and net cash used in financing activities for this period each increased by a corresponding amount. These reclassifications have no impact on previously reported net cash activities. Recently Adopted Accounting Guidance In the first quarter of fiscal year 2012, we adopted the updated guidance issued by Financial Accounting Standards Board, or FASB, related to fair value measurements and disclosures, which requires separate disclosures about purchases, sales, issuances, and settlements relating to Level 3 fair value measurements (see Note 6. “Fair Value” for further discussion of fair value measurements). Because this new standard is related primarily to the disclosures required in our financial statements, its adoption has not had a significant impact on our results of operations and financial position. In the second quarter of fiscal year 2012, we adopted the updated guidance issued by the FASB and the International Accounting Standards Board on fair value measurement and related disclosure requirements, which changes some fair value measurement principles and disclosure requirements. The adoption of this guidance did not have any significant impact on our results of operations and financial position and disclosures in our financial statements. Recent Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted In September 2011, the FASB issued updated guidance on multi-employer pension plans. This guidance is intended to provide more information about an employer's financial obligations to a multi-employer pension plan and, therefore, help financial statement users better understand the financial health of all of the significant plans in which the employer participates. The updated guidance does not change the current recognition and measurement guidance for an employer's participation in a multi-employer plan. This guidance will be effective for our fiscal year 2012, with early adoption permitted. Other than requiring additional disclosures in our financial statements, we believe the adoption of this guidance will not have a significant impact on our results of operations and financial position. In August 2011, the FASB issued an accounting standard update on goodwill impairment testing. This guidance is intended to reduce the cost and complexity of the goodwill impairment test by providing entities an option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether further impairment testing is necessary. An entity will no longer be required to calculate the fair value of a reporting unit unless the entity determines, based on a qualitative assessment, that it is more likely than not that its fair value is less than its carrying amount. The new guidance will be effective for the first quarter of our fiscal year ending November 3, 2013, or fiscal year 2013, with early adoption permitted. We do not expect this new guidance to have a significant impact on our results of operations and financial position. In June 2011, the FASB issued guidance on the presentation of comprehensive income. The new guidance is intended to enhance comparability between entities that report under GAAP and those that report under International Financial Reporting Standards and to provide a more consistent method of presenting non-owner transactions that affect an entity’s equity. In accordance with the new guidance, an entity has the option to present total comprehensive income either in a single continuous statement or in two separate but consecutive statements and eliminates the option to present the components of other comprehensive income as part of the statement of changes in stockholders’ equity. The requirement to present reclassification adjustments out of accumulated other comprehensive income on the face of the consolidated statement of income has been deferred by an update issued by the FASB in December 2011. This new guidance should be applied retrospectively and will be effective for the first quarter of our fiscal year 2013, with early adoption permitted. Other than its impact on the presentation of other comprehensive income, we believe the adoption of this guidance will not have a significant impact on our results of operations and financial position. |
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| Acquisition | Acquisition During the first quarter of fiscal year 2011, we acquired a U.S.-based company engaged in the manufacturing of integrated circuits for approximately $8 million in cash. The purchase price was allocated to the acquired net assets based on estimates of fair values as follows: net assets of $8 million, including intangible assets of $4 million and goodwill of $5 million. The intangible assets are being amortized over their useful lives ranging from 5 to 15 years. The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include the results of operations of the acquired business commencing as of the acquisition date. Pro forma results of operations for the acquisition have not been presented because the effects of the acquisition were not material to our prior financial statements. |
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| Goodwill and Intangible Assets | Goodwill and Intangible Assets Goodwill There were no changes to goodwill during the two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012. Intangible Assets Amortizable purchased intangibles consist of the following (in millions):
The following table presents the amortization of purchased intangible assets (in millions):
During the first quarter of fiscal year 2011, we recorded $4 million in intangible assets with a weighted-average amortization period of 14 years in conjunction with an acquisition. See Note 3. “Acquisition.” Based on the amount of intangible assets subject to amortization at April 29, 2012, the expected amortization expense for each of the next five fiscal years and thereafter is as follows (in millions):
The weighted-average amortization periods remaining by intangible asset category as at April 29, 2012 were as follows (in years):
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| Borrowings | Borrowings Debt Repayments During the two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011, we redeemed the remaining $230 million aggregate principal amount outstanding of our 11 7/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due December 1, 2015, or senior subordinated notes. We redeemed the senior subordinated notes at a 5.938% premium of the principal amount plus accrued interest, resulting in a loss on extinguishment of debt of $19 million, which consisted of a $14 million premium and a $5 million write-off of debt issuance costs and other related expenses. Revolving Credit Facility As of April 29, 2012 and October 30, 2011, we had no borrowings outstanding under our revolving credit facility and were in compliance with the financial covenants under our credit agreement. |
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| Fair Value | Fair Value Fair value is defined as the price that would be received upon sale of an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. A three level hierarchy is applied to prioritize the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value. The hierarchy gives the highest priority to unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1 measurements) and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (Level 3 measurements). The three levels of the fair value hierarchy under the guidance for fair value measurements are described below: Level 1—Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the reporting entity has the ability to access at the measurement date. Our Level 1 assets include time deposits, bank acceptances, investment funds—deferred compensation plan assets and available-for-sale securities investments. We measure investment funds and available-for-sale securities investments at quoted market price as they are traded in an active market with sufficient volume and frequency of transactions. Time deposits are highly liquid with maturities of ninety days or less. Bank acceptances are highly liquid with maturities of one hundred and eighty days or less. Due to their short-term maturities, we have determined that the fair value of time deposits and bank acceptances should be their face value. Level 2—Level 2 inputs are inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. If the asset or liability has a specified (contractual) term, a Level 2 input must be observable for substantially the full term of the asset or liability. We did not have any Level 2 asset or liability activities during the two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012. Level 3—Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability in which there is little, if any, market activity for the asset or liability at the measurement date. Level 3 assets and liabilities include cost method investments, goodwill, amortizable intangible assets, and property, plant and equipment, which are measured at fair value using a discounted cash flow approach when they are impaired. Quantitative information for Level 3 assets and liabilities reviewed at each reporting period, includes indicators of significant deterioration in the earnings performance, credit rating, asset quality, business prospects of the investee, and financial indicators of the investee's ability to continue as a going concern. We record at cost non-marketable investments where we do not have the ability to exercise significant influence or control and periodically review them for impairment. During fiscal year 2011, we made an investment of $1 million in the common stock of a privately-held non-U.S. company. This equity investment is accounted for under the cost method and is included on the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet in other long-term assets. In fiscal year 2011, we also entered into a secured loan and warrant purchase agreement with this company, pursuant to which we provided them with a secured loan of $1 million, at an annual interest rate of 8%, for a term of one year. Based on the quantitative assessment of the financial condition and business prospects of the investee, this equity investment and loan were both determined to be impaired during the fiscal quarter ended January 29, 2012. We did not have any Level 3 asset or liability activities other than those noted above during the two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012. Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis The table below sets forth by level our financial assets that were accounted for at fair value as of April 29, 2012. The table does not include cash on hand and also does not include assets that are measured at historical cost or any basis other than fair value (in millions).
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| Shareholders' Equity | Shareholders’ Equity Share Repurchase Program On June 8, 2011, the Company's board of directors, or the Board, authorized the Company to repurchase up to 15 million of our outstanding ordinary shares, not to exceed $500 million in aggregate, or the 2011 share repurchase program. Under the 2011 share repurchase program, the Company repurchased and cancelled 0.2 million and 2.8 million shares for an aggregate purchase price of $6 million and $85 million in cash, during the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012, respectively. The weighted-average purchase prices per share for shares repurchased were $34.41 and $30.50 for the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012, respectively. All repurchased shares were immediately retired. The 2011 share repurchase program expired at the Company's 2012 annual general meeting on April 4, 2012. On April 4, 2012, our Board of Directors has authorized the Company to repurchase up to 15 million of its ordinary shares, or the 2012 share repurchase program, pursuant to the shareholder approval of the Company's 2012 share purchase mandate received at the Company's 2012 Annual General Meeting on April 4, 2012, or the 2012 share purchase mandate. Pursuant to the 2012 share purchase mandate, the Company is authorized, upon Board approval, to repurchase up to approximately 24.6 million of its ordinary shares in open market transactions or pursuant to equal access schemes, prior to the date on which the 2013 Annual General Meeting of the Company is held or required by law to be held. However, the Company may not repurchase more than 15 million ordinary shares without further action by the Board. The 2012 share repurchase program, will expire at the Company's 2013 Annual General Meeting, unless earlier terminated. Share repurchases will be made in the open market at such times and in such amounts as the Company deems appropriate. The timing and actual number of shares repurchased will depend on a variety of factors including price, market conditions and applicable legal requirements. The 2012 share repurchase program does not obligate the Company to repurchase any specific number of shares and may be suspended or terminated at any time without prior notice. All repurchased shares are immediately retired. As of April 29, 2012, no shares had been purchased under the 2012 share repurchase program. Dividends We paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 and $0.08 per share, or $32 million and $20 million in total during the fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011, respectively. We have paid aggregate dividends of $61 million and $37 million during the two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011, respectively. Share-Based Compensation The following table summarizes share-based compensation expense related to share-based awards granted to employees, directors, and non-employees for the fiscal quarters and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011 (in millions):
The weighted-average assumptions utilized for our Black-Scholes valuation model for options and ESPP rights granted during the fiscal quarters and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011 are as follows:
The dividend yield for the fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011 are based on the dividend yield as of the respective option grant dates. Expected volatility is based on the combination of historical volatility of guideline publicly-traded companies over the period commensurate with the expected life of the options and the implied volatility of guideline publicly-traded companies from traded options with a term of 180 days or greater measured over the last three months. The risk-free interest rate is derived from the average U.S. Treasury Strips rate during the period, which approximates the rate in effect at the time of grant. Our computation of expected term was based on data, such as the data of peer companies and company-specific attributes that we believe could affect employees’ exercise behavior. Based on the above assumptions, the weighted-average fair values of the options granted under the Company's equity incentive award plans for the fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011 were $14.46 and $12.30, respectively, and $14.55 and $12.21 for the two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011, respectively. The weighted-average fair values of the rights to purchase shares in the ESPP for the fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011 were $12.94 and $7.86, respectively, and $12.84 and $7.03 for the two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011, respectively. The weighted-average fair value of RSUs granted in the fiscal quarter ended April 29, 2012 was $35.49. No RSUs were granted in the fiscal quarter ended May 1, 2011. The weighted-average fair values of RSUs granted in the two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011 were $35.22 and $32.39, respectively. Total compensation cost related to unvested options as of April 29, 2012 was $132 million, which is expected to be recognized over the remaining weighted-average service period of 3 years. Total unrecognized compensation cost related to the ESPP as of April 29, 2012 was $1 million, and is expected to be recognized over the remaining portion of the current offering period under the ESPP, which ends on September 14, 2012. Total compensation cost related to unvested RSUs as of April 29, 2012 was $21 million, which is expected to be recognized over the remaining weighted-average service period of 3 years. Equity Incentive Award Plans A summary of option award activity related to our equity incentive plans is as follows (in millions, except years and per share amounts):
The following table summarizes the ranges of outstanding and exercisable option awards as of April 29, 2012 (in millions, except years and per share amounts):
RSU activity and the number of outstanding RSUs were not material for either of the fiscal quarters and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011. Employee Share Purchase Plan The ESPP consists of successive six-month offering periods and permits eligible employees to purchase ordinary shares through payroll deductions, at the end of each offering period, at a price equal to the lesser of 85% of the fair market value of the ordinary shares at either the beginning or ending of the relevant offering period. Deductions may not exceed 10% of an employee's base compensation and an employee may not purchase more than $25,000 worth of shares in any calendar year or offering period, or more than 2,500 shares on any purchase date. A total of 0.1 million and 0.2 million shares were purchased under the ESPP for aggregate consideration of $4 million and $3 million during the fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011, respectively. No shares related to ESPP were issued during the fiscal quarters ended January 29, 2012 and January 30, 2011. The purchase dates under the ESPP are scheduled to occur in March and September of each year, which fall in our second and fourth fiscal quarters, respectively. As at April 29, 2012, 7.6 million shares remained available for issuance under the ESPP. |
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| Income Taxes | Income Taxes For the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012, we recorded an income tax provision of $6 million and $11 million, respectively, compared to $2 million and $3 million for the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011, respectively. The income tax provision for the two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011 included the recognition of a $3 million tax benefit as a result of U.S. legislation enacted in the first quarter of fiscal year 2011 retroactively reinstating the research and development tax credit. |
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| Segment Information | Segment Information ASC 280 “Segment Reporting,” or ASC 280, establishes standards for the way public business enterprises report information about operating segments in annual consolidated financial statements and requires that those enterprises report selected information about operating segments in interim financial reports. ASC 280 also establishes standards for related disclosures about products and services, geographic areas and major customers. We have concluded that we have one reportable segment based on the following factors: sales of semiconductors represents our only material source of revenue; substantially all products offered incorporate analog functionality and are manufactured under similar manufacturing processes; we use an integrated approach in developing our products in that discrete technologies developed are frequently integrated across many of our products; and we use a common order fulfillment process and similar distribution approach for our products. Broad distributor networks are typically used to distribute our products, with large accounts being serviced by a direct sales force. The Chief Executive Officer has been identified as the Chief Operating Decision Maker as defined by ASC 280. |
| Segment Reporting, Policy [Policy Text Block] | ASC 280 “Segment Reporting,” or ASC 280, establishes standards for the way public business enterprises report information about operating segments in annual consolidated financial statements and requires that those enterprises report selected information about operating segments in interim financial reports. ASC 280 also establishes standards for related disclosures about products and services, geographic areas and major customers. |
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| Related Party Transactions | Related Party Transactions eSilicon Corporation Mr. John T. Dickson, who became a director of the Company on January 18, 2012, also serves as a director of eSilicon Corporation. In the ordinary course of business, on an arm’s length basis, we sell certain of our products to and purchase certain intellectual properties, design services and maintenance services from eSilicon Corporation. KLA-Tencor Corporation Mr. John T. Dickson, also serves as a director of KLA-Tencor Corporation., or KLA-Tencor. In the ordinary course of business, on an arm’s length basis, we purchase certain materials, equipment, and tools from KLA-Tencor. Wistron Corporation Mr. John Min-Chih Hsuan, a director of the Company, is also a director of Wistron Corporation, one of our customers. In the ordinary course of business, on an arm’s length basis, we sell certain of our products to Wistron Corporation. WIN Semiconductor Corp. Mr. John Min-Chih Hsuan, a director of the Company, was previously a director at WIN Semiconductor Corp., one of our third-party contract manufacturer with whom we do business in the ordinary course, on an arm’s length basis. Mr. Hsuan resigned as a director of WIN Semiconductor Corp. in June 2011. Flextronics International Ltd. Mr. James A. Davidson, a director of the Company until March 9, 2011, also serves as a director of Flextronics International Ltd., or Flextronics. In the ordinary course of business, on an arm’s length basis, we sell certain of our products to Flextronics. Transactions and balances with our related parties were as follows (in millions):
_________________________________ * Represent amounts less than $0.5 million. 1 Amounts represent net revenue transactions with Flextronics through the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011. Flextronics ceased to be a related party after the second quarter of fiscal year 2011. 2 Amount for the two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011 represents net revenue transactions for the fiscal quarter ended May 1, 2011 only. Wistron Corporation became a related party during the second quarter of fiscal year 2011. 3 Amounts represent net revenue and purchase transactions with eSilicon Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended April 29, 2012 and accounts receivable balance as of April 29, 2012. eSilicon Corporation became a related party during the second quarter of fiscal year 2012. 4 Amounts represent transactions with WIN Semiconductor Corp. included in cost of products sold incurred during the period WIN Semiconductor Corp was a related party. WIN Semiconductor Corp. became a related party during the second quarter of fiscal year 2011 and ceased being a related party during the third quarter of fiscal year 2011. 5Amounts represent purchase transactions with KLA-Tencor for the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and accounts payable balance as of April 29, 2012. KLA-Tencor became a related party during the first quarter of fiscal year 2012. |
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| Commitments and Contingencies | Commitments and Contingencies Commitments The following table sets forth changes in our commitments as of April 29, 2012 for the fiscal periods noted (in millions).
Purchase Commitments. We have unconditional purchase obligations which include agreements to purchase goods or services that are enforceable and legally binding on us and that specify all significant terms, including fixed or minimum quantities to be purchased, fixed, minimum or variable price provisions and the approximate timing of the transaction. Purchase obligations exclude agreements that are cancelable without penalty. Other Contractual Commitments. Represents amounts payable pursuant to agreements related to outsourced IT, human resources, financial infrastructure outsourcing services and other services agreements. There were no other substantial changes to our contractual commitments during the first two quarters of fiscal year 2012 from those disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal year 2011. Contingencies From time to time, we are involved in litigation that we believe is of the type common to companies engaged in our line of business, including commercial disputes and employment issues. As of the date of this filing, we are not involved in any pending legal proceedings that we believe would likely have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows. However, from time to time certain disputes involve claims by third parties that our activities infringe their patent, copyright, trademark or other intellectual property rights. These claims generally involve the demand by a third-party that we cease the manufacture, use or sale of the allegedly infringing products, processes or technologies and/or pay substantial damages or royalties for past, present and future use of the allegedly infringing intellectual property. For example, on July 23, 2009, TriQuint Semiconductor, Inc., or TriQuint, filed a complaint against us and certain of our subsidiaries in the U.S. District Court, District of Arizona seeking declaratory judgment that four of our patents relating to RF filter technology used in our wireless products are invalid and, if valid, that TriQuint’s products do not infringe any of those patents. TriQuint withdrew those claims with respect to three of those four patents. In addition, TriQuint claimed that certain of our wireless products infringe three of its patents. We filed our answer and initial counterclaim on September 17, 2009, denying infringement, asserting the invalidity of TriQuint’s patents and asserting infringement by TriQuint of ten Avago patents, and filed additional counterclaims on March 25, 2010 for the misappropriation of Avago trade secrets. On October 16, 2009, TriQuint filed its answer to our initial counterclaim, denying infringement and filed an antitrust counterclaim and counterclaims for declaratory judgment of non infringement and invalidity. The court dismissed TriQuint’s antitrust counterclaims on procedural grounds on March 16, 2010, but on August 3, 2010 granted TriQuint's motion to file an amended pleading for its anti-trust claims. Effective May 12, 2012, we entered into a confidential settlement and patent cross-license agreement with TriQuint that resolved these outstanding actions. There was no impact to our financial position or results of operations as of April 29, 2012 as a result of the confidential settlement. With respect to our legal proceedings, individually and in the aggregate, we have not yet been able to determine whether an unfavorable outcome is probable or reasonably possible and have not been able to reasonably estimate the amount or range of any possible loss. As a result, no amounts have been accrued or disclosed in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements with respect to these legal proceedings. Claims that our products or processes infringe or misappropriate any third-party intellectual property rights (including claims arising through our contractual indemnification of our customers) often involve highly complex, technical issues, the outcome of which is inherently uncertain. Moreover, from time to time we pursue litigation to assert our intellectual property rights. Regardless of the merit or resolution of any such litigation, complex intellectual property litigation is generally costly and diverts the efforts and attention of our management and technical personnel. Warranty Commencing in fiscal year 2008, we notified certain customers of a product quality issue and began taking additional steps to correct the quality issue and work with affected customers to determine potential costs covered by our warranty obligations. We maintain insurance coverage for product liability and have been working with our insurance carriers to determine the extent of covered losses in this situation. Based on settlements with customers and the status of discussions with other affected customers and discussions with our insurance carriers, we recorded a charge of $2 million during fiscal year 2009 to cover costs relating to this quality issue in excess of expected insurance coverage. During the fiscal quarter ended April 29, 2012, we reached a final settlement agreement with a customer on this product quality issue. However, the final settlement amount was fully recovered from our insurance carrier in the same period. Therefore, during the fiscal quarter ended April 29, 2012, we released the $2 million warranty charge, resulting in a $2 million decrease of warranty accrual and cost of goods sold for this product warranty issue. Indemnifications to Hewlett-Packard and Agilent Agilent has given multiple indemnities to Hewlett-Packard Company in connection with its activities prior to its spin-off from Hewlett-Packard Company in June 1999 for the businesses that constituted Agilent prior to the spin-off. As the successor to the SPG business of Agilent, we have acquired responsibility for indemnifications related to assigned intellectual property agreements. Additionally, when we completed the acquisition of SPG from Agilent in December 2005, we provided indemnities to Agilent with regard to Agilent’s conduct of the SPG business prior to the SPG acquisition. In our opinion, the fair value of these indemnifications is not material and no amount has been accrued in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements with respect to these indemnification obligations. Other Indemnifications As is customary in our industry and as provided for in local law in the United States and other jurisdictions, many of our standard contracts provide remedies to our customers and others with whom we enter into contracts, such as defense, settlement, or payment of judgment for intellectual property claims related to the use of our products. From time to time, we indemnify customers, as well as our suppliers, contractors, lessors, lessees, companies that purchase our businesses or assets and others with whom we enter into contracts, against combinations of loss, expense, or liability arising from various triggering events related to the sale and the use of our products, the use of their goods and services, the use of facilities and state of our owned facilities, the state of the assets and businesses that we sell and other matters covered by such contracts, usually up to a specified maximum amount. In addition, from time to time we also provide protection to these parties against claims related to undiscovered liabilities, additional product liability or environmental obligations. In our experience, claims made under such indemnifications are rare and the associated estimated fair value of the liability is not material. |
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| Intangible assets | Amortizable purchased intangibles consist of the following (in millions):
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| Expected amortization expense | Based on the amount of intangible assets subject to amortization at April 29, 2012, the expected amortization expense for each of the next five fiscal years and thereafter is as follows (in millions):
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| Financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis | The table below sets forth by level our financial assets that were accounted for at fair value as of April 29, 2012. The table does not include cash on hand and also does not include assets that are measured at historical cost or any basis other than fair value (in millions).
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Tabular disclosure of assets, including [financial] instruments measured at fair value that are classified in stockholders' equity, if any, by class that are measured at fair value on a recurring and/or nonrecurring basis. The disclosures contemplated herein include the fair value measurements at the reporting date by the level within the fair value hierarchy in which the fair value measurements in their entirety fall, segregating fair value measurements using quoted prices in active markets for identical assets (Level 1), significant other observable inputs (Level 2), and significant unobservable inputs (Level 3). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| Summary of share-based compensation expense related to share-based awards granted to employees, directors, and non-employees | The following table summarizes share-based compensation expense related to share-based awards granted to employees, directors, and non-employees for the fiscal quarters and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011 (in millions):
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| Weighted average assumptions of stock options | The weighted-average assumptions utilized for our Black-Scholes valuation model for options and ESPP rights granted during the fiscal quarters and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and May 1, 2011 are as follows:
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| Summary of share based payment award activity | A summary of option award activity related to our equity incentive plans is as follows (in millions, except years and per share amounts):
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| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | The following table summarizes the ranges of outstanding and exercisable option awards as of April 29, 2012 (in millions, except years and per share amounts):
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| Transactions and balances with related parties | Transactions and balances with our related parties were as follows (in millions):
_________________________________ * Represent amounts less than $0.5 million. 1 Amounts represent net revenue transactions with Flextronics through the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011. Flextronics ceased to be a related party after the second quarter of fiscal year 2011. 2 Amount for the two fiscal quarters ended May 1, 2011 represents net revenue transactions for the fiscal quarter ended May 1, 2011 only. Wistron Corporation became a related party during the second quarter of fiscal year 2011. 3 Amounts represent net revenue and purchase transactions with eSilicon Corporation for the fiscal quarter ended April 29, 2012 and accounts receivable balance as of April 29, 2012. eSilicon Corporation became a related party during the second quarter of fiscal year 2012. 4 Amounts represent transactions with WIN Semiconductor Corp. included in cost of products sold incurred during the period WIN Semiconductor Corp was a related party. WIN Semiconductor Corp. became a related party during the second quarter of fiscal year 2011 and ceased being a related party during the third quarter of fiscal year 2011. 5Amounts represent purchase transactions with KLA-Tencor for the fiscal quarter and two fiscal quarters ended April 29, 2012 and accounts payable balance as of April 29, 2012. KLA-Tencor became a related party during the first quarter of fiscal year 2012. |
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| Changes in commitments | The following table sets forth changes in our commitments as of April 29, 2012 for the fiscal periods noted (in millions).
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| Net income | $ 134 | $ 135 | $ 259 | $ 254 |
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| Basic weighted average ordinary shares outstanding | 244 | 245 | 246 | 245 |
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| Dilutive effect of share options, RSUs and ESPP rights | 6 | 7 | 5 | 7 |
| Shares used in diluted computation | 250 | 252 | 251 | 252 |
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| Net income per share | $ 0.55 | $ 0.55 | $ 1.05 | $ 1.04 |
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| Net income per share | $ 0.54 | $ 0.54 | $ 1.03 | $ 1.01 |
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| Beginning Balance | $ 6 |
| Adjustment to estimate- released to cost of products sold | (3) |
| Ending Balance | $ 3 |
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| Purchase price of SPG Assets Acquired | $ 2,700,000,000 | |||||
| Number of customers accounted for 10% or more of net accounts receivable balance | 2 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Number of customers representing 10% or more of net revenue | 1 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Number of antidilutive shares excluded from computation of earnings per share | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Unpaid purchases of property, plant and equipment | 21,000,000 | 41,000,000 | ||||
| Payments of Financing Costs | $ 0 | $ 2,000,000 | ||||
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| Concentraton of credit risk, percentage of total balance | 10.00% | 10.00% | ||||
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Net revenue [Member] | Quarter To Date [Member]
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| Concentraton of credit risk, percentage of total balance | 16.00% | 16.00% | ||||
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Net revenue [Member] | Year To Date [Member]
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| Concentraton of credit risk, percentage of total balance | 17.00% | 17.00% | ||||
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Fiscal period end. No definition available.
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- Definition
Number of customers accounted for 10% or more of net accounts receivable balance. No definition available.
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Number of customers with significant revenue. No definition available.
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- Definition
Securities (including those issuable pursuant to contingent stock agreements) that could potentially dilute basic earnings per share (EPS) or earnings per unit (EPU) in the future that were not included in the computation of diluted EPS or EPU because to do so would increase EPS or EPU amounts or decrease loss per share or unit amounts for the period presented. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The total cost of the acquired entity including the cash paid to shareholders of acquired entities, fair value of debt and equity securities issued to shareholders of acquired entities, the fair value of the liabilities assumed, and direct costs of the acquisition. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Future cash outflow to pay for purchases of fixed assets that have occurred. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
For an entity that discloses a concentration risk in relation to quantitative amount, which serves as the "benchmark" (or denominator) in the equation, this concept represents the concentration percentage derived from the division. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The cash outflow for loan and debt issuance costs. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Overview and Basis of Presentation Warranty (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended | |
|---|---|---|
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Apr. 29, 2012
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Oct. 30, 2011
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|
| Product Liability Contingency [Line Items] | ||
| Standard Product Warranty Accrual | $ 3 | $ 6 |
| Standard Product Warranty Accrual, Preexisting, Increase (Decrease) | $ (3) |
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- Definition
Amount as of the balance sheet date of the aggregate standard product warranty liability. Does not include the balance for the extended product warranty liability. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Represents the aggregate Increase or Decrease in the liability during the reporting period for accruals related to preexisting standard product warranties (including adjustments related to changes in estimates). Does not include any Increase or Decrease in the liability for accruals related to extended product warranties. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
|
Inventory (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Apr. 29, 2012
|
Oct. 30, 2011
|
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inventory Disclosure [Abstract] | |||||
| Finished goods | $ 53 | $ 48 | |||
| Work-in-process | 106 | 106 | |||
| Raw materials | 59 | 40 | |||
| Total inventory | $ 218 | $ 194 | [1] | ||
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- Definition
Carrying amount, net of valuation reserves and adjustments, as of the balance sheet date of merchandise or goods held by the company that are readily available for sale. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying amount (lower of cost or market) as of the balance sheet date of inventories less all valuation and other allowances. Excludes noncurrent inventory balances (expected to remain on hand past one year or one operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying amount, net of valuation reserves and adjustments, as of the balance sheet date of unprocessed items to be consumed in the manufacturing or production process. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying amount, net of reserves and adjustments, as of the balance sheet date of merchandise or goods which are partially completed. This inventory is generally comprised of raw materials, labor and factory overhead costs, which require further materials, labor and overhead to be converted into finished goods, and which generally require the use of estimates to determine percentage complete and pricing. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Acquisition (Details) (U.S. Based Company [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
May 01, 2011
years
|
|
|
U.S. Based Company [Member]
|
|
| Acquired Finite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items] | |
| Cash paid for business acquisition | $ 8 |
| Purchase price allocated to net assets | 8 |
| Purchase price allocated to net Intangible Assets | 4 |
| Purchase price allocated to goodwill | $ 5 |
| Amortization of useful life of acquired intangible assets, minimum (in years) | 5 |
| Amortization of useful life of acquired intangible assets, maximum (in years) | 15 |
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- Definition
Amount of cash paid to acquire the entity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of acquisition cost of a business combination allocated to an identifiable intangible asset that will be amortized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The total purchase price of the acquired entity. This includes cash paid to equity interest holders of the acquired entity, fair value of debt and equity securities issued to equity holders of the acquired entity, and transaction costs paid to third parties to consummate the acquisition. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of goodwill arising from a business combination, which is the excess of the cost of the acquired entity over the amounts assigned to assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The maximum useful life of a major finite-lived intangible asset class. A major class is composed of intangible assets that can be grouped together because they are similar either by their nature or by their use in the operations of a company. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The minimum useful life of a major finite-lived intangible asset class. A major class is composed of intangible assets that can be grouped together because they are similar either by their nature or by their use in the operations of a company. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
|
Goodwill and Intangible Assets (Details 1) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Apr. 29, 2012
|
Oct. 30, 2011
|
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finite Lived Intangible Assets Net [Abstract] | |||||
| Intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount | $ 989 | $ 989 | |||
| Intangible assets, Accumulated Amortization | (528) | (490) | |||
| Intangible assets, Net Book Value | 461 | 499 | [1] | ||
|
Purchased technology [Member]
|
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| Finite Lived Intangible Assets Net [Abstract] | |||||
| Intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount | 728 | 728 | |||
| Intangible assets, Accumulated Amortization | (374) | (346) | |||
| Intangible assets, Net Book Value | 354 | 382 | |||
|
Customer and distributor relationships [Member]
|
|||||
| Finite Lived Intangible Assets Net [Abstract] | |||||
| Intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount | 257 | 257 | |||
| Intangible assets, Accumulated Amortization | (152) | (142) | |||
| Intangible assets, Net Book Value | 105 | 115 | |||
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Other [Member]
|
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| Finite Lived Intangible Assets Net [Abstract] | |||||
| Intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount | 4 | 4 | |||
| Intangible assets, Accumulated Amortization | (2) | (2) | |||
| Intangible assets, Net Book Value | $ 2 | $ 2 | |||
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- Definition
The accumulated amount of amortization of a major finite-lived intangible asset class. A major class is composed of intangible assets that can be grouped together because they are similar, either by their nature or by their use in the operations of a company. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Sum of the gross carrying amounts before accumulated amortization as of the balance sheet date of all intangible assets having statutory or estimated useful lives. The aggregate gross carrying amount (including any previously recognized impairment charges) of a major finite-lived intangible asset class. A major class is composed of intangible assets that can be grouped together because they are similar, either by their nature or by their use in the operations of a company. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The aggregate sum of gross carrying value of a major finite-lived intangible asset class, less accumulated amortization and any impairment charges. A major class is composed of intangible assets that can be grouped together because they are similar, either by their nature or by their use in the operations of a company. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Details
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Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Details 2) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
|
| Amortization of purchased intangible assets | ||||
| Cost of products sold | $ 14 | $ 14 | $ 28 | $ 28 |
| Operating expenses | 5 | 5 | 10 | 11 |
| Total | $ 19 | $ 19 | $ 38 | $ 39 |
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- Definition
The aggregate expense charged against earnings to allocate the cost of intangible assets (nonphysical assets not used in production) in a systematic and rational manner to the periods expected to benefit from such assets. As a noncash expense, this element is added back to net income when calculating cash provided by or used in operations using the indirect method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of expense recognized in the current period that reflects the allocation of the costs of intangible assets over the expected benefit period of such assets. This element applies only to intangible assets used in the production of goods. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Definition
Aggregate amount of intangible asset amortization recognized as expense during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
Goodwill and Intangible Assets (Details 3) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
|
| Finite lived intangible assets future amortization expense | |
| 2012 (remainder) | $ 39 |
| 2013 | 77 |
| 2014 | 77 |
| 2015 | 76 |
| 2016 | 59 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| Thereafter | 84 |
| Finite lived intangible assets, future amortization expense, total | $ 461 |
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- Definition
The aggregate estimated amortization expense for succeeding fiscal years for intangible assets subject to amortization. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Details
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- Definition
The amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized for the remainder of the finite-lived intangible asset useful life after the fifth succeeding fiscal year. No definition available.
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- Definition
The amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during the remainder of the current fiscal year. No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during year five of the five succeeding fiscal years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during year four of the five succeeding fiscal years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during year one of the five succeeding fiscal years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during year three of the five succeeding fiscal years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during year two of the five succeeding fiscal years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
Goodwill and Intangible Assets (Details 4) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
Purchased technology [Member]
years
|
Apr. 29, 2012
Customer and distributor relationships [Member]
years
|
Apr. 29, 2012
Other [Member]
years
|
May 01, 2011
U.S. Based Company [Member]
years
|
|
| Acquired Finite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items] | ||||
| Purchase price allocated to net Intangible Assets | $ 4 | |||
| Amortization intangible assets: | ||||
| Weighted average amortization period of Acquired Intangible Assets (in years) | 8 | 7 | 22 | 14 |
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Details
|
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- Definition
The calculated weighted-average amortization period of a major class of finite-lived intangible assets acquired during the current period either individually or as part of a group of assets (in either an asset acquisition or business combination). A major class is composed of intangible assets that can be grouped together because they are similar, either by their nature or by their use in the operations of a company. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The amount of acquisition cost of a business combination allocated to an identifiable intangible asset that will be amortized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
|
Borrowings (Details) (USD $)
|
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
|
| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
| Loss on extinguishment of debt | $ 0 | $ 1,000,000 | $ 0 | $ 20,000,000 |
| Write-off debt issuance cost and other related expense | 0 | 6,000,000 | ||
| Revolving credit facility, amount outstanding | 0 | 0 | ||
|
Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
|
||||
| Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
| 11 7/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015 | 230,000,000 | |||
| Debt instrument stated interest percentage | 11.875% | 11.875% | ||
| Premium on redemption of senior notes percentage | 5.938% | |||
| Loss on extinguishment of debt | 19,000,000 | |||
| Premium on redemption of senior notes | 14,000,000 | |||
| Write-off debt issuance cost and other related expense | $ 5,000,000 | |||
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|
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Premium on Redemption of Senior Notes Percentage. No definition available.
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- Definition
Interest rate stated in the contractual debt agreement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The cash outflow from the repayment of long-term borrowing where a lender is placed in a lien position behind debt having a higher priority of repayment (senior) in case of liquidation of the entity's assets before its maturity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Definition
Amount represents the difference between the fair value of the payments made and the carrying amount of the debt at the time of its extinguishment. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reflects the difference between the fair value of payments made to legally extinguish a debt and its carrying value at that time. This item excludes the write-off of amounts previously capitalized as debt issuance costs. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Definition
Amount borrowed under the credit facility as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Write-off of amounts previously capitalized as debt issuance cost in an extinguishment of debt. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
Fair Value (Details) (Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Apr. 29, 2012
|
|||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Fair Value Measurement Using Quoted Prices In Active Market For Identical Assets (Level 1) [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | $ 624 | |||||||||
|
Fair Value Measurement Using Quoted Prices In Active Market For Identical Assets (Level 1) [Member] | Deferred Compensation Plan Liabilities [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Liabilities | ||||||||||
| Liabilities measured at fair value | 7 | [1] | ||||||||
|
Fair Value Measurement Using Quoted Prices In Active Market For Identical Assets (Level 1) [Member] | Time deposits [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | 612 | [2] | ||||||||
|
Fair Value Measurement Using Quoted Prices In Active Market For Identical Assets (Level 1) [Member] | Investment Funds - Deferred Compensation Plan Assets [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | 7 | [3] | ||||||||
|
Fair Value Measurement Using Quoted Prices In Active Market For Identical Assets (Level 1) [Member] | Bank acceptances [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | 1 | [3] | ||||||||
|
Fair Value Measurement Using Quoted Prices In Active Market For Identical Assets (Level 1) [Member] | Available-for-sale securities [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | 4 | [4] | ||||||||
|
Portion at Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | 624 | |||||||||
|
Portion at Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure [Member] | Deferred Compensation Plan Liabilities [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Liabilities | ||||||||||
| Liabilities measured at fair value | 7 | [1] | ||||||||
|
Portion at Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure [Member] | Time deposits [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | 612 | [2] | ||||||||
|
Portion at Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure [Member] | Investment Funds - Deferred Compensation Plan Assets [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | 7 | [3] | ||||||||
|
Portion at Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure [Member] | Bank acceptances [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | 1 | [3] | ||||||||
|
Portion at Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure [Member] | Available-for-sale securities [Member]
|
||||||||||
| Assets | ||||||||||
| Assets measured at fair value | $ 4 | [4] | ||||||||
|
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This element represents the aggregate of the assets reported on the balance sheet at period end measured at fair value by the entity. This element is intended to be used in connection with the fair value disclosures required in the footnote disclosures to the financial statements. No definition available.
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- Definition
This element represents the aggregate of the liabilities reported on the balance sheet at period end measured at fair value by the entity. This element is intended to be used in connection with the fair value disclosures required in the footnote disclosures to the financial statements. No definition available.
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|
|
Fair Value (Details Textuals) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
Apr. 29, 2012
Level 1 [Member]
Time deposits [Member]
Maximum [Member]
|
Apr. 29, 2012
Level 1 [Member]
Bank acceptances [Member]
Maximum [Member]
|
Oct. 30, 2011
Privately-held non-U.S. company [Member]
Level 3 [Member]
|
|
| Fair Value (Textuals) [Abstract] | ||||
| Time deposits, maturity period | 90 days | 180 days | ||
| Investments in privately-held company | $ 1 | |||
| Secured loan to privately-held-company | 1 | |||
| Secured loan terms | 1 year | |||
| Secured loan interest rate | 8.00% | |||
| Nonfinancial assets or liabilities measured at fair value | $ 0 | |||
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|
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Cash Equivalent, Maturity Period No definition available.
|
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|
- Definition
Fair value of assets and liabilities measured on non recurring basis. No definition available.
|
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Payments for Cost Method Investments No definition available.
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|
- Definition
Secured Loan, Term No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The cash outflow from advancing money to an affiliate (an entity that is related but not strictly controlled by the entity). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Identify the stated interest rate per the agreement, for example, leasing and debt arrangements between related parties. No definition available.
|
|
Shareholders' Equity (Share Repurchase Program and Dividends) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified |
1 Months Ended | 2 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 5 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Feb. 26, 2012
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
Oct. 30, 2011
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
Apr. 04, 2012
|
Jun. 08, 2011
|
|
| Shareholders Equity (Textuals) [Abstract] | |||||||||
| Stock Repurchased, shares | 0.2 | 0 | 2.8 | ||||||
| Repurchase of shares in cash | $ 6 | $ 85 | |||||||
| Weighted average price per share | $ 34.41 | $ 30.50 | |||||||
| Cash dividend paid, per share | $ 0.13 | $ 0.08 | |||||||
| First interim cash dividend, total value | 32 | 20 | 61 | 37 | |||||
| Stock Repurchase Program, Number of Shares Authorized to be Repurchased | 15 | 15 | |||||||
| Stock Repurchase Program Number Of Shares Authorized To Be Repurchased In Open Market Transactions | 24.6 | ||||||||
| Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount | $ 500 | ||||||||
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Stock repurchase program number of shares authorized to be repurchased in open market transactions. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Aggregate dividends paid during the period for each share of common stock outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The cash outflow from the distribution of an entity's earnings in the form of dividends to common shareholders. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Number of shares that have been repurchased and retired during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Equity impact of the value of stock that has been repurchased and retired during the period. The excess of the purchase price over par value can be charged against retained earnings (once the excess is fully allocated to additional paid in capital). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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The amount authorized by an entity's Board of Directors under a stock repurchase plan. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The number of shares authorized to be repurchased by an entity's Board of Directors under a stock repurchase plan. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Total cost of shares repurchased divided by the total number of shares repurchased. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
Shareholders' Equity (Share Based Compensation Expense) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
|
| Summary of share-based compensation expense related to share-based awards granted to employees, directors, and non-employees | ||||
| Allocated share-based compensation expense | $ 13 | $ 9 | $ 24 | $ 16 |
|
Costs of Products Sold [Member]
|
||||
| Summary of share-based compensation expense related to share-based awards granted to employees, directors, and non-employees | ||||
| Allocated share-based compensation expense | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
|
Research and Development [Member]
|
||||
| Summary of share-based compensation expense related to share-based awards granted to employees, directors, and non-employees | ||||
| Allocated share-based compensation expense | 5 | 3 | 9 | 6 |
|
Selling, General and Administrative [Member]
|
||||
| Summary of share-based compensation expense related to share-based awards granted to employees, directors, and non-employees | ||||
| Allocated share-based compensation expense | $ 6 | $ 5 | $ 12 | $ 8 |
|
Employee Stock Option [Member]
|
||||
| Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items] | ||||
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value | $ 14.46 | $ 12.30 | $ 14.55 | $ 12.21 |
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- Definition
Represents the expense recognized during the period arising from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, unit, stock options or other equity instruments) with employees, directors and certain consultants qualifying for treatment as employees. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Details
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- Definition
The weighted average grant-date fair value of options granted during the reporting period as calculated by applying the disclosed option pricing methodology. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Shareholders' Equity (Weighted-Average Assumptions) (Details)
|
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Apr. 29, 2012
years
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May 01, 2011
years
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Apr. 29, 2012
years
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May 01, 2011
years
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Employee Stock Option [Member]
|
||||
| Weighted average assumptions of stock options | ||||
| Risk-free interest rate | 0.80% | 2.20% | 0.80% | 2.20% |
| Dividend yield | 1.40% | 0.90% | 1.40% | 0.90% |
| Volatility | 53.00% | 44.00% | 54.00% | 44.00% |
| Expected term (in years) | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
|
Employee Stock Purchase Plan [Member]
|
||||
| Weighted average assumptions of stock options | ||||
| Risk-free interest rate | 0.20% | 0.20% | 0.10% | 0.20% |
| Dividend yield | 1.40% | 0.40% | 1.30% | 0.20% |
| Volatility | 52.00% | 40.00% | 52.00% | 41.00% |
| Expected term (in years) | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
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- Definition
The estimated dividend rate (a percentage of the share price) to be paid (expected dividends) to holders of the underlying shares over the Employee Stock Purchase Plan's term. No definition available.
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- Definition
The period of time an equity-based award is expected to be outstanding. An equity-based award's expected term is generally determined based on, among other factors, the instrument's contractual term and the effects of employees' expected exercise and post-vesting employment termination behavior. No definition available.
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- Definition
The estimated measure of the percentage by which a share price is expected to fluctuate during a period. Volatility also may be defined as a probability-weighted measure of the dispersion of returns about the mean. The volatility of a share price is the standard deviation of the continuously compounded rates of return on the share over a specified period. That is the same as the standard deviation of the differences in the natural logarithms of the stock prices plus dividends, if any, over the period. No definition available.
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- Definition
The risk-free interest rate assumption that is used in valuing an Employee Stock Purchase Plan on its own shares. No definition available.
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- Details
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- Definition
The estimated dividend rate (a percentage of the share price) to be paid (expected dividends) to holders of the underlying shares over the option's term. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The period of time an equity-based award is expected to be outstanding. An equity-based award's expected term is generally determined based on, among other factors, the instrument's contractual term and the effects of employees' expected exercise and post-vesting employment termination behavior. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The estimated measure of the percentage by which a share price is expected to fluctuate during a period. Volatility also may be defined as a probability-weighted measure of the dispersion of returns about the mean. The volatility of a share price is the standard deviation of the continuously compounded rates of return on the share over a specified period. That is the same as the standard deviation of the differences in the natural logarithms of the stock prices plus dividends, if any, over the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The risk-free interest rate assumption that is used in valuing an option on its own shares. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Shareholders' Equity (Equity Incentive Award Plans) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
years
|
|
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract] | |
| Awards Available for Grant, Beginning Balance | 10 |
| Number Outstanding, Beginning Balance | 19 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share, Beginning Balance | $ 17.93 |
| Annual increase, Awards Available for Grant | 6 |
| Annual increase, Number Outstanding | 0 |
| Annual increase, Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 0 |
| Granted, Awards available for grant | 4 |
| Granted, Number Outstanding | 4 |
| Granted, Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 35.13 |
| Exercised, Number Outstanding | 1 |
| Exercised, Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 12.79 |
| Cancelled, awards available for grant | 1 |
| Cancelled, Number Outstanding | 1 |
| Cancelled, Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 20.80 |
| Awards Available for Grant, Ending Balance | 13 |
| Number Outstanding, Ending Balance | 21 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share, Ending Balance | $ 21.47 |
| Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life, Ending Balance | 6.53 |
| Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Ending Balance | $ 278 |
| Vested, Number Outstanding | 6 |
| Vested, Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 13.11 |
| Vested, Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life | 5.87 |
| Vested, Aggregate Intrinsic Value | 127 |
| Vested and expected to vest, Number Outstanding | 19 |
| Vested and expected to vest, Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 20.87 |
| Vested and expected to vest, Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life | 6.50 |
| Vested and expected to vest, Aggregate Intrinsic Value | $ 267 |
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- Definition
Share based compensation arrangement by share based payment award shares cancelled from shares available for grant. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Share based compensation arrangement by share based payment award shares granted from shares available for grant. No definition available.
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Shares Increase (Decrease) From Shares Available For Grant No definition available.
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- Definition
The difference between the maximum number of shares (or other type of equity) authorized for issuance under the plan (including the effects of amendments and adjustments), and the sum of: 1) the number of shares (or other type of equity) already issued upon exercise of options or other equity-based awards under the plan; and 2) shares (or other type of equity) reserved for issuance on granting of outstanding awards, net of cancellations and forfeitures, if applicable. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Details
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- Definition
The total dollar difference between fair values of the underlying shares reserved for issuance and exercise prices of vested portions of options outstanding and currently exercisable under the option plan as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The number of shares into which fully or partially vested stock options outstanding as of the balance sheet date can be currently converted under the option plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted-average price as of the balance sheet date at which grantees can acquire the shares reserved for issuance on vested portions of options outstanding and currently exercisable under the stock option plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted average period between the balance sheet date and expiration for all vested portions of options outstanding and currently exercisable (or convertible) under the plan, which may be expressed in a decimal value for number of years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted average price at which option holders acquired shares when converting their stock options into shares under the plan during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The number of shares under options that were cancelled during the reporting period as a result of occurrence of a terminating event specified in contractual agreements pertaining to the stock option plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted average price at which grantees could have acquired the underlying shares with respect to stock options that were terminated during the reporting period due to noncompliance with plan terms during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Net number of share options (or share units) granted during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted average price as of the balance sheet date at which grantees can acquire the shares reserved for issuance on stock options awarded under the plan during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The addition or reduction in the number of reserved shares that could potentially be issued under the option plan attributable to reasons other than grants, exercises, forfeitures, and expirations during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Definition
The weighted average price at which grantees could acquire or could have acquired the underlying shares with respect to any other type of change in shares reserved for issuance under the stock option plan during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Definition
The total dollar difference between fair values of the underlying shares reserved for issuance and exercise prices pertaining to options outstanding under the plan as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
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|
- Definition
The number of shares reserved for issuance under stock option agreements awarded under the plan that validly exist and are outstanding as of the balance sheet date, including vested options. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Definition
The weighted average price as of the beginning of the year at which grantees can acquire the shares reserved for issuance under the stock option plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The weighted average period between the balance sheet date and expiration for all awards outstanding under the plan, which may be expressed in a decimal value for number of years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Definition
As of the balance sheet date, the total dollar difference between fair values of the underlying shares reserved for issuance and exercise prices of fully vested and expected to vest options outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Definition
As of the balance sheet date, the number of shares into which fully vested and expected to vest stock options outstanding can be converted under the option plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
As of the balance sheet date, the weighted-average exercise price for outstanding stock options that are fully vested or expected to vest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
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|
- Definition
The weighted-average period between the balance sheet date and expiration date for fully vested and expected to vest options outstanding, which may be expressed in a decimal value for number of years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Number of share options (or share units) exercised during the current period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
Shareholders' Equity (Significant Ranges of Outstanding and Exercisable Awards) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
years
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 21 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 6.53 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 21.47 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 6 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 13.11 |
|
0.00-5.00 [Member]
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Exercise Prices, Minimum | $ 0.00 |
| Exercise Prices, Maximum | $ 5.00 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 2 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 3.76 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 4.99 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 1 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 4.98 |
|
5.01-10.00 [Member]
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Exercise Prices, Minimum | $ 5.01 |
| Exercise Prices, Maximum | $ 10.00 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 2 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 6.64 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 9.26 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 1 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 9.17 |
|
10.01-15.00 [Member]
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Exercise Prices, Minimum | $ 10.01 |
| Exercise Prices, Maximum | $ 15.00 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 5 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 6.20 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 12.10 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 2 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 11.19 |
|
15.01-20.00 [Member]
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Exercise Prices, Minimum | $ 15.01 |
| Exercise Prices, Maximum | $ 20.00 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 1 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 7.58 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 17.54 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 0 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 17.72 |
|
20.01-25.00 [Member]
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Exercise Prices, Minimum | $ 20.01 |
| Exercise Prices, Maximum | $ 25.00 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 3 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 8.25 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 20.53 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 1 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 20.54 |
|
25.01-30.00 [Member]
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Exercise Prices, Minimum | $ 25.01 |
| Exercise Prices, Maximum | $ 30.00 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 0 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 6.81 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 29.21 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 0 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 28.52 |
|
30.01-35.00 [Member]
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Exercise Prices, Minimum | $ 30.01 |
| Exercise Prices, Maximum | $ 35.00 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 4 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 5.99 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 32.74 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 1 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 32.34 |
|
35.01-40.00 [Member]
|
|
| Ranges of outstanding and exercisable awards | |
| Exercise Prices, Minimum | $ 35.01 |
| Exercise Prices, Maximum | $ 40.00 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Outstanding Options | 4 |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 6.80 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 35.48 |
| Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Number of Exercisable Options | 0 |
| Weighted-Average Exercise Price Per Share | $ 0.00 |
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The weighted average period between the balance sheet date and expiration for all awards outstanding under the plan, which may be expressed in a decimal value for number of years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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|
- Details
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- Definition
Weighted average exercise price as of the balance sheet date for those equity-based payment arrangements exercisable and outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The floor of a customized range of exercise prices for purposes of disclosing shares potentially issuable under outstanding stock option awards on all stock option plans and other required information pertaining to awards in the customized range. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The number of shares reserved for issuance pertaining to the outstanding exercisable stock options as of the balance sheet date in the customized range of exercise prices for which the market and performance vesting condition has been satisfied. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The number of shares reserved for issuance pertaining to the outstanding stock options as of the balance sheet date for all option plans in the customized range of exercise prices. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted average price as of the balance sheet date at which grantees could acquire the underlying shares with respect to all outstanding stock options which are in the customized range of exercise prices. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
The ceiling of a customized range of exercise prices for purposes of disclosing shares potentially issuable under outstanding stock option awards on all stock option plans and other required information pertaining to awards in the customized range. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
|
Shareholders' Equity (Share Based Compensation Expense) (Details Textuals) (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
|
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||||
| Expected Life Of Options And Implied Volatility Description | term of 180 days or greater measured over the last three months | |||
| Total compensation cost related to unvested options | $ 132 | $ 132 | ||
| Weighted average period over which unrecognized compensation is expected to be recognized for equity awards (years) | 3 | |||
|
Employee Stock Option [Member]
|
||||
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||||
| Weighted-average fair values of options granted | $ 14.46 | $ 12.30 | $ 14.55 | $ 12.21 |
|
Employee Stock Purchase Plan [Member]
|
||||
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||||
| Weighted-average fair value, other than options | $ 12.94 | $ 7.86 | $ 12.84 | $ 7.03 |
| Total compensation cost related to unvested options | 1 | 1 | ||
|
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
|
||||
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||||
| Weighted-average fair value, other than options | $ 35.49 | $ 35.22 | $ 32.39 | |
| Grants in period, equity instruments other than options | 0 | |||
| Total compensation cost related to unvested options | $ 21 | $ 21 | ||
| Weighted average period over which unrecognized compensation is expected to be recognized for equity awards (years) | 3 | |||
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- Definition
Expected life of Options and Implied Volatility Description. No definition available.
|
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- Definition
As of the balance sheet date, the aggregate unrecognized cost of equity-based awards made to employees under equity-based compensation awards that have yet to vest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted average period over which unrecognized compensation is expected to be recognized for equity-based compensation plans, using a decimal to express in number of years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The number of grants made during the period on other than stock (or unit) option plans (for example, phantom stock or unit plan, stock or unit appreciation rights plan, performance target plan). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
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- Definition
The weighted average fair value at grant date for nonvested equity-based awards issued during the period on other than stock (or unit) option plans (for example, phantom stock or unit plan, stock or unit appreciation rights plan, performance target plan). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The weighted average grant-date fair value of options granted during the reporting period as calculated by applying the disclosed option pricing methodology. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
|
Shareholders' Equity (Employee Share Purchase Plan) (Details) (USD $)
|
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
Sep. 14, 2012
|
Dec. 31, 2012
|
Mar. 14, 2012
|
|
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | |||||
| Employee stock purchase plan offering price | at a price equal to the lesser of 85% of the fair market value of the ordinary shares at either the beginning or ending of the relevant offering period | ||||
| Maximum contribution per participant under ESPP | 10.00% | ||||
| Maximum Contribution per participant under ESPP as the value of common stock | $ 25,000 | ||||
| Maximum shares purchased per participant under ESPP | 2,500 | ||||
| Share purchased under ESPP | 100,000 | 200,000 | |||
| Amounts paid for share purchases under ESPP | $ 4,000,000 | $ 3,000,000 | |||
| Shares available for issuance under the ESPP | 7,600,000 | ||||
| Purchase Period for ESPP | 6 months | ||||
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|
- Definition
Aggregate amounts paid for share purchases under ESPP. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Employee stock purchase plan offering price. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Maximum payroll deduction per participant under ESPP. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Maximum Contribution per participant under ESPP as the value of common stock No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Maximum shares purchased per participant under ESPP on any purchase date. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Purchase Period for ESPP No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Shares available for issuance under the ESPP. No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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- Details
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| X | ||||||||||
|
- Definition
Number of shares issued during the period as a result of an employee stock purchase plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
|
Income Taxes (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
Apr. 29, 2012
|
May 01, 2011
|
|
| Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | ||||
| Provision for income taxes | $ 6 | $ 2 | $ 11 | $ 3 |
| Tax benefit, reinstatement of research and development tax credits | $ 3 | |||
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| X | ||||||||||
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- Definition
The sum of the current income tax expense or benefit and the deferred income tax expense or benefit pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The portion of the difference between total income tax expense or benefit as reported in the Income Statement and the expected income tax expense or benefit computed by applying the domestic federal statutory income tax rates to pretax income from continuing operations attributable to research tax credits generated or utilized under enacted tax laws during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
|
|
Segment Information (Details)
|
6 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
Apr. 29, 2012
segment
|
|
| Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |
| Number of Reportable Segments | 1 |
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|
- Definition
Number of Reportable Segments No definition available.
|
| X | ||||||||||
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|
|
Related Party Transactions (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||||||||||||||||||
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Apr. 29, 2012
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May 01, 2011
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Apr. 29, 2012
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May 01, 2011
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Oct. 30, 2011
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Flextronics [Member]
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| Net revenue | $ 0 | [1] | $ 40 | [1] | $ 0 | [1] | $ 68 | [1] | ||||||||||||
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Wistron Corporation [Member]
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| Net revenue | 2 | [2] | 1 | [2] | 4 | [2] | 1 | [2] | ||||||||||||
| Receivables | 1 | [2] | 1 | [2] | 1 | [2] | ||||||||||||||
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KLA-Tencor [Member]
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| Costs and operating expenses | 1 | [3] | 0 | [3] | 2 | [3] | 0 | [3] | ||||||||||||
| Payables | 1 | [3] | 1 | [3] | 0 | [3] | ||||||||||||||
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Related Party Nine [Member]
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| Costs and operating expenses | 0 | [4] | 20 | [4] | 0 | [4] | 20 | [4] | ||||||||||||
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Related Party eSilicon [Member]
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| Net revenue | 1 | [5] | 0 | [5] | 1 | [5] | 0 | [5] | ||||||||||||
| Costs and operating expenses | 0 | [5] | 0 | [5] | 0 | [5] | 0 | [5] | ||||||||||||
| Receivables | $ 1 | [5] | $ 1 | [5] | $ 0 | [5] | ||||||||||||||
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The aggregate amount of receivables to be collected from related parties where one party can exercise control or significant influence over another party; including affiliates, owners or officers and their immediate families, pension trusts, and so forth, at the financial statement date. which are usually due within one year (or one business cycle). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of obligations due all related parties. For classified balance sheets, represents the current portion of such liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Expenses recognized during the period resulting from transactions (excluding transactions that are eliminated in consolidated or combined financial statements) with related party during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Revenues, net of returns and allowances, realized from sales and other transactions (excluding transactions that are eliminated in consolidated or combined financial statements) with related party during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Apr. 29, 2012
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Purchase commitment [Member]
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| Purchase and Other Contractual Commitments | |
| Commitments, Total | $ 75 |
| Commitments 2012 (remainder) | 75 |
| Commitments, 2013 | 0 |
| Commitments, 2014 | 0 |
| Commitments, 2015 | 0 |
| Commitments, 2016 | 0 |
| Commitments, 2017 | 0 |
| Commitments, Thereafter | 0 |
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Other Contractual Commitments [Member]
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| Purchase and Other Contractual Commitments | |
| Commitments, Total | 49 |
| Commitments 2012 (remainder) | 7 |
| Commitments, 2013 | 18 |
| Commitments, 2014 | 12 |
| Commitments, 2015 | 7 |
| Commitments, 2016 | 5 |
| Commitments, 2017 | 0 |
| Commitments, Thereafter | $ 0 |
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Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due for Remainder of Fiscal Year No definition available.
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The remaining amount of the fixed and determinable portion of an unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation to be paid in more than four and within five years from the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The remaining amount of the fixed and determinable portion of an unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation to be paid within one year of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The remaining amount of the fixed and determinable portion of an unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation to be paid in more than three and within four years from the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The remaining amount of the fixed and determinable portion of an unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation to be paid in more than one and within two years from the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The remaining amount of the fixed and determinable portion of an unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation to be paid in more than two and within three years from the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of the fixed and determinable portion of an unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The remaining amount of the fixed and determinable portion of an unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation to be paid after five years from the balance sheet date. No definition available.
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Commitments and Contingencies Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended |
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Apr. 29, 2012
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Nov. 01, 2009
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| Product Liability Contingency [Line Items] | ||
| Product Warranty Expense In Excess Of Insurance | $ 2 | |
| Product Warranty Expense | (2) | |
| Product Warranty Accrual, Preexisting, Increase (Decrease) | $ 2 |
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Product warranty expense in excess of insurance. No definition available.
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Represents the aggregate Increase or Decrease in the liability during the reporting period for accruals related to preexisting standard and extended product warranties (including adjustments for changes in estimates). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The expense charged against earnings for the period pertaining to standard and extended warranties on the entity's goods and services granted to customers. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Subsequent Events (Details) (USD $)
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0 Months Ended |
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Jun. 06, 2012
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| Subsequent Event [Line Items] | |
| Common Stock dividend declared date | Jun. 06, 2012 |
| Interim cash dividend per share | $ 0.15 |
| Common Stock dividend payable date | Jun. 29, 2012 |
| Common Stock dividend record date | Jun. 18, 2012 |
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The day, month, and year (YYYY-MM-DD) that the dividend declared as of or prior to the financial reporting date will be paid in the subsequent period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The per share amount of a dividend declared, but not paid, as of the financial reporting date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The day, month and year (YYYY-MM-DD) that the dividend to be paid was declared. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The date as of when a holder must own the stock to be entitled to the dividend. The ex-dividend date is generally 3 days before the record date. No definition available.
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