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Cash and Investments, Equity Method Investments (Detail)

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Cash and Investments, Equity Method Investments (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 29, 2014
Mar. 30, 2013
Dec. 28, 2013
Equity Method Investments Textual Details [Abstract]      
Carrying Value $ 1,107   $ 1,038
IM Flash Technologies, LLC [Member]
     
Equity Method Investments Textual Details [Abstract]      
Ownership Percentage 49.00%    
Carrying Value 656   646
Variable Interest Entity, Reporting Entity Involvement, Known Maximum Loss Exposure, Amount 656    
Percentage of purchase commitment of production output and production-related services 49.00%    
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]      
Related Party Transaction, Purchases from Related Party 105 100  
Due to Related Parties $ 100   $ 75