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Acquisitions and Dispositions - Supplemental Pro Forma Financial Information (Details) - Vivint Smart Home - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2023	Sep. 30, 2022	Sep. 30, 2023	Sep. 30, 2022
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Total operating revenues	$ 7,946	$ 8,949	$ 22,302	$ 24,927
Net income/(loss)	$ 367	$ (4)	$ (588)	$ 2,013

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