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Basis of Presentation Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2016 USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2015 USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2016 USD ($) Segments | Jun. 30, 2015 USD ($)
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract] |  |  |  |
Net loss attributable to Novatel Wireless, Inc. | $ | $ (2,701) | $ (9,220) | $ (14,605) | $ (17,046)
Number of reportable segments | Segments |  |  | 1 |

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