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Acquisitions and Dispositions - Measurement Period Adjustments (Details) - Vivint Smart Home $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2023 USD ($)
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |
Goodwill | $ 2
Deferred income taxes | 1
Total increase in assets | 3
Deferred revenue current | 1
Deferred revenue non-current | 2
Total increase in liabilities | 3
Net change in net assets acquired | $ 0

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