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Basis of Presentation Comprehensive Income (Details)

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Basis of Presentation Comprehensive Income (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Mar. 25, 2012
Mar. 27, 2011
Mar. 25, 2012
Mar. 27, 2011
Total Comprehensive Income [Abstract]        
Net income $ 2,199 $ 995 [1] $ 3,594 [2] $ 2,164 [1]
Other comprehensive income:        
Foreign currency translation 16 8 (12) 13
Noncredit other-than-temporary impairment losses and subsequent changes in fair value related to certain available-for-sale debt securities, net of income taxes 3 (6) 4 (10)
Net unrealized gains on other available-for-sale securities and derivative instruments, net of income taxes 320 90 495 221
Reclassification of net realized gains on available-for-sale securities and derivative instruments included in net income, net of income taxes (40) (49) (57) (125)
Reclassification of other-than-temporary losses on available-for-sale securities included in net income, net of income taxes 16 2 25 6
Total other comprehensive income 315 45 455 105
Total comprehensive income 2,514 1,040 4,049 2,269
Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 30 4 38 4
Comprehensive income attributable to Qualcomm $ 2,544 $ 1,044 $ 4,087 $ 2,273
[1] As adjusted for discontinued operations (Note 8)
[2] Discontinued operations, net of income taxes, (Note 8) was attributable to Qualcomm.