APX GROUP HOLDINGS, INC., S-4 filed on 12/18/2014
Securities Registration: Business Combination
Document and Entity Information
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Document And Entity Information [Abstract]
 
Document Type
S-4 
Amendment Flag
false 
Document Period End Date
Sep. 30, 2014 
Trading Symbol
ck0001584423 
Entity Registrant Name
APX Group Holdings, Inc. 
Entity Central Index Key
0001584423 
Entity Filer Category
Non-accelerated Filer 
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Current Assets:
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 67,186 
$ 261,905 
$ 8,090 
Restricted cash and cash equivalents
14,214 
14,375 
 
Accounts receivable, net
9,843 
2,593 
10,503 
Inventories, net
61,273 
29,260 
32,327 
Deferred tax assets
 
 
8,124 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
40,808 
13,870 
16,229 
Total current assets
193,324 
322,003 
75,273 
Property and equipment, net
51,877 
35,818 
30,206 
Subscriber contract costs, net
530,980 
288,316 
12,753 
Deferred financing costs, net
54,602 
59,375 
57,322 
Intangible assets, net
740,246 
840,714 
1,053,019 
Goodwill
842,665 
836,318 
876,642 
Restricted cash and cash equivalents, net of current portion
14,214 
14,214 
28,428 
Long-term investments and other assets, net
9,874 
27,676 
21,705 
Total Assets
2,437,782 
2,424,434 
2,155,348 
Current Liabilities:
 
 
 
Accounts payable
40,994 
24,004 
26,037 
Accrued payroll and commissions
103,535 
46,007 
20,446 
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
67,318 
33,118 
38,232 
Deferred revenue
36,356 
26,894 
19,391 
Current portion of capital lease obligations
4,309 
4,199 
4,001 
Total current liabilities
252,512 
134,222 
108,107 
Notes payable, net
1,863,413 
1,762,049 
1,305,000 
Revolving line of credit
 
 
28,000 
Capital lease obligations, net of current portion
8,961 
6,268 
4,768 
Deferred revenue, net of current portion
32,294 
18,533 
708 
Other long-term obligations
9,121 
3,905 
2,257 
Deferred income tax liabilities
9,884 
9,214 
27,229 
Total liabilities
2,176,185 
1,934,191 
1,476,069 
Commitments and contingencies (See Note 13)
   
   
   
Stockholders' equity:
 
 
 
Common stock
Additional paid-in capital
603,851 
652,488 
708,453 
Accumulated deficit
(327,630)
(154,615)
(30,102)
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income
(14,624)
(7,630)
928 
Total stockholders' equity
261,597 
490,243 
679,279 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
$ 2,437,782 
$ 2,424,434 
$ 2,155,348 
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $)
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
 
 
Common stock, par value
$ 0.01 
$ 0.01 
Common stock, authorized
100 
100 
Common stock, issued
100 
100 
Common stock, outstanding
100 
100 
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Revenues:
 
 
 
 
 
 
Monitoring revenue
$ 49,122 
$ 393,383 
$ 334,344 
$ 460,130 
$ 325,271 
$ 287,974 
Service and other sales revenue
8,473 
15,070 
32,902 
39,135 
66,811 
38,544 
Activation fees
11 
2,795 
951 
1,643 
5,331 
4,891 
Contract sales
 
 
 
 
157 
8,539 
Total revenues
57,606 
411,248 
368,197 
500,908 
397,570 
339,948 
Costs and expenses:
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating expenses (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown separately below)
20,699 
141,303 
124,336 
164,221 
145,797 
126,563 
Selling expenses
12,284 
81,202 
75,394 
98,884 
91,559 
48,978 
General and administrative expenses
9,521 
92,253 
65,910 
97,177 
99,972 
50,510 
Cost of contract sales
 
 
 
 
95 
6,425 
Transaction related expenses
31,885 
 
 
 
23,461 
 
Depreciation and amortization
11,410 
161,563 
142,967 
195,506 
79,679 
68,458 
Total costs and expenses
85,799 
476,321 
408,607 
555,788 
440,563 
300,934 
(Loss) income from operations
(28,193)
(65,073)
(40,410)
(54,880)
(42,993)
39,014 
Other expenses (income):
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense
12,645 
109,487 
83,309 
114,476 
106,620 
102,069 
Interest income
(4)
(1,464)
(1,087)
(1,493)
(61)
(214)
Other (income) expenses
171 
238 
233 
(76)
122 
386 
Gain on 2GIG Sale
 
 
(47,122)
(46,866)
 
 
(Loss) income from continuing operations before income tax expenses
(41,005)
(173,334)
(75,743)
(120,921)
(149,674)
(63,227)
Income tax (benefit) expense
(10,903)
(319)
11,598 
3,592 
4,923 
(3,739)
Net loss from continuing operations
(30,102)
 
 
(124,513)
(154,597)
(59,488)
Discontinued operations:
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loss from discontinued operations
 
 
 
 
(239)
(2,917)
Net loss before non-controlling interests
(30,102)
 
 
(124,513)
(154,836)
(62,405)
Net (loss) income attributable to non-controlling interests
 
 
 
 
(1,319)
6,141 
Net loss
$ (30,102)
$ (173,015)
$ (87,341)
$ (124,513)
$ (153,517)
$ (68,546)
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Net loss before non-controlling interests
$ (30,102)
$ (124,513)
$ (154,836)
$ (62,405)
Net loss
(30,102)
(124,513)
(153,517)
(68,546)
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax effects:
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustment
928 
(8,558)
708 
(1,734)
Change in fair value of interest rate swap agreement
 
 
318 
563 
Total other comprehensive (loss) income
928 
(8,558)
1,026 
(1,171)
Comprehensive loss before non-controlling interests
(29,174)
(133,071)
(153,810)
(63,576)
Comprehensive (loss) income attributable to non-controlling interests
 
 
(1,319)
6,141 
Comprehensive (loss) income
$ (29,174)
$ (133,071)
$ (152,491)
$ (69,717)
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity (Deficit) (USD $)
In Thousands
Total
Predecessor [Member]
Common Stock [Member]
Common Stock [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Retained Earnings [Member]
Retained Earnings [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Non-controlling Interest [Member]
Non-controlling Interest [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Beginning Balance at Dec. 31, 2010
 
$ (169,207)
 
$ 1 
 
$ 3,058 
 
$ (166,436)
 
$ 1,333 
 
$ (7,163)
Net (loss) income
 
(62,405)
 
 
 
 
 
(68,546)
 
 
 
6,141 
Change in fair value of interest rate swap agreement
 
563 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
563 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustment
 
(1,734)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1,734)
 
 
Equity contributions to Solar
 
5,224 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5,224 
Stock-based compensation
 
780 
 
 
 
498 
 
 
 
 
 
282 
Issuance of Series D preferred stock and warrants, net of issuance costs and amount allocated to liability
 
43,280 
 
 
 
43,280 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ending Balance at Dec. 31, 2011
 
(183,499)
 
 
46,836 
 
(234,982)
 
162 
 
4,484 
Net (loss) income
 
(154,836)
 
 
 
 
 
(153,517)
 
 
 
(1,319)
Change in fair value of interest rate swap agreement
 
318 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
318 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustment
 
708 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
708 
 
 
Stock-based compensation
 
2,371 
 
 
 
1,780 
 
 
 
 
 
591 
Issuance of Series D preferred stock and warrants, net of issuance costs and amount allocated to liability
 
4,454 
 
 
 
4,454 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Change in fair value of warrant
 
1,047 
 
 
 
1,047 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Solar share issuance
 
14,193 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
14,193 
Cash dividends paid
 
(80)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(80)
Elimination of the predecessor equity structure and non-controlling interests
315,324 
 
(1)
 
(54,117)
 
388,499 
 
(1,188)
 
(17,869)
 
Investment by Parent
708,453 
 
 
 
708,453 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ending Balance at Nov. 16, 2012
708,453 
(315,324)
 
708,453 
54,117 
 
(388,499)
 
1,188 
 
17,869 
Net (loss) income
(30,102)
 
 
 
 
 
(30,102)
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustment
928 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
928 
 
 
 
Ending Balance at Dec. 31, 2012
679,279 
 
 
 
708,453 
 
(30,102)
 
928 
 
 
 
Net (loss) income
(124,513)
 
 
 
 
 
(124,513)
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustment
(8,558)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(8,558)
 
 
 
Stock-based compensation
1,956 
 
 
 
1,956 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net worth adjustment
2,079 
 
 
 
2,079 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash dividends paid
(60,000)
 
 
 
(60,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ending Balance at Dec. 31, 2013
$ 490,243 
 
 
 
$ 652,488 
 
$ (154,615)
 
$ (7,630)
 
 
 
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (USD $)
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Smartrove Acquisition [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Cash flows from operating activities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net loss
$ (30,102,000)
$ (173,015,000)
$ (87,341,000)
$ (124,513,000)
 
$ (153,517,000)
$ (68,546,000)
Net loss from continuing operations
(30,102,000)
 
 
(124,513,000)
 
(154,597,000)
(59,488,000)
Loss from discontinued operations
 
 
 
 
 
(239,000)
(2,917,000)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities of continuing operations:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization of subscriber contract costs
181,000 
 
 
22,214,000 
 
72,005,000 
61,546,000 
Amortization of customer relationships
9,574,000 
 
 
160,424,000 
 
 
 
Depreciation and amortization of other intangible assets
1,655,000 
13,482,000 
9,760,000 
12,868,000 
 
7,676,000 
7,571,000 
Amortization of deferred financing costs
1,032,000 
6,919,000 
6,430,000 
8,642,000 
 
6,619,000 
7,709,000 
Fire related asset losses
 
3,039,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Loss on asset impairment
 
1,351,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Gain on sale of 2GIG
 
 
(47,122,000)
(46,866,000)
 
 
 
Gain on change in fair value of warrant liability
 
 
 
 
 
(287,000)
 
Loss (gain) on sale or disposal of assets
(45,000)
580,000 
400,000 
263,000 
 
119,000 
380,000 
Stock-based compensation
 
1,363,000 
1,317,000 
1,956,000 
 
2,371,000 
780,000 
Provision for doubtful accounts
1,307,000 
11,237,000 
8,299,000 
10,360,000 
 
8,204,000 
7,026,000 
Paid in kind interest income
 
(910,000)
(1,050,000)
(1,323,000)
 
 
 
Non-cash adjustments to deferred revenue
822,000 
155,000 
1,075,000 
1,181,000 
 
 
 
Deferred income taxes
(13,120,000)
(540,000)
8,592,000 
8,030,000 
 
1,421,000 
(4,458,000)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions and divestiture:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounts receivable
2,333,000 
(18,518,000)
(9,741,000)
(11,486,000)
 
(17,901,000)
(10,088,000)
Inventories
(257,000)
(31,997,000)
(15,782,000)
(8,439,000)
 
20,111,000 
(42,329,000)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
(6,870,000)
(4,077,000)
6,085,000 
2,407,000 
 
2,305,000 
(6,017,000)
Accounts payable
(1,034,000)
16,918,000 
1,085,000 
(2,690,000)
 
11,793,000 
8,137,000 
Accrued expenses and other liabilities
14,271,000 
94,252,000 
100,028,000 
22,041,000 
 
109,515,000 
(18,372,000)
Deferred revenue
(4,990,000)
23,336,000 
24,430,000 
24,356,000 
 
26,256,000 
13,678,000 
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
(25,243,000)
91,656,000 
139,671,000 
79,425,000 
 
95,371,000 
(36,842,000)
Cash flows from investing activities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Subscriber acquisition costs
(12,938,000)
(284,912,000)
(267,232,000)
(298,643,000)
 
(263,731,000)
(203,577,000)
Capital expenditures
(1,456,000)
(19,856,000)
(5,788,000)
(8,676,000)
 
(5,894,000)
(6,521,000)
Proceeds from the sale of 2GIG, net of cash sold
 
 
144,750,000 
144,750,000 
 
 
 
Acquisition of intangible assets
 
(6,421,000)
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from the sale of property & equipment
 
 
9,000 
9,000 
 
274,000 
185,000 
Net cash used in acquisitions
(1,915,473,000)
(18,500,000)
(4,272,000)
(4,272,000)
(4,272,000)
 
 
Acquisition of the predecessor including transaction costs, net of cash acquired
(1,915,473,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Investment in short-term investments-other
 
(60,000,000)
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from short-term investments-other
 
60,069,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Investment in preferred stock
 
(3,000,000)
 
 
 
 
 
Other assets
(19,587,000)
(92,000)
(8,180,000)
(9,645,000)
 
(743,000)
2,310,000 
Net cash used in investing activities
(1,949,454,000)
(332,712,000)
(140,722,000)
(176,477,000)
 
(270,094,000)
(207,603,000)
Cash flows from financing activities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from notes payable
1,305,000,000 
102,000,000 
203,500,000 
457,250,000 
 
116,163,000 
187,500,000 
Repayments of revolving line of credit
 
 
(50,500,000)
(50,500,000)
 
(42,241,000)
(75,209,000)
Borrowings from revolving line of credit
28,000,000 
 
22,500,000 
22,500,000 
 
105,000,000 
87,300,000 
Proceeds from contract sales
 
2,261,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Change in restricted cash
 
161,000 
 
(161,000)
 
(152,000)
(1,348,000)
Repayments of capital lease obligations
(353,000)
(4,528,000)
(5,208,000)
(7,207,000)
 
(4,060,000)
(2,357,000)
Deferred financing costs
(58,354,000)
(2,782,000)
(5,429,000)
(10,896,000)
 
(6,684,000)
(2,000,000)
Payments of dividends
 
(50,000,000)
(60,000,000)
(60,000,000)
 
(80,000)
 
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
1,982,746,000 
47,112,000 
104,863,000 
350,986,000 
 
189,352,000 
244,178,000 
Excess tax benefit from share-based payment awards
 
 
 
 
 
2,651,000 
 
Capital contributions-non-controlling interest
 
 
 
 
 
9,193,000 
224,000 
Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock and warrants
 
 
 
 
 
4,562,000 
45,068,000 
Proceeds from the issuance of common stock in connection with acquisition of the predecessor
708,453,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock by Solar
 
 
 
 
 
5,000,000 
5,000,000 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
41,000 
(775,000)
(169,000)
(119,000)
 
(251,000)
247,000 
Net (decrease) increase in cash
8,090,000 
(194,719,000)
103,643,000 
253,815,000 
 
14,378,000 
(20,000)
Cash:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Beginning of period
 
261,905,000 
8,090,000 
8,090,000 
 
3,680,000 
3,700,000 
End of period
8,090,000 
67,186,000 
111,733,000 
261,905,000 
 
18,058,000 
3,680,000 
Supplemental non-cash flow disclosure:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Capital lease additions
574,000 
7,315,000 
2,988,000 
8,905,000 
 
4,729,000 
4,907,000 
Supplemental cash flow disclosures:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income tax paid
 
 
 
485,000 
 
2,235,000 
198,000 
Interest paid
$ 44,000 
 
 
$ 116,802,000 
 
$ 91,470,000 
$ 82,333,000 
Description of Business
Description of Business

NOTE 1—DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS

APX Group Holdings, Inc. (“Holdings” or “Parent”), and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, (collectively the “Company”), is one of the largest residential security and home automation companies in North America. The Company is engaged in the sale, installation, servicing and monitoring of electronic home security and automation systems in the United States and Canada.

On November 16, 2012, APX Group, Inc. (“APX”), 2GIG Technologies, Inc. (“2GIG”), and their respective subsidiaries were acquired by an investor group comprised of certain investment funds affiliated with Blackstone Capital Partners VI L.P., and certain co-investors and management investors (collectively, the “Investors”). This stock acquisition was accomplished through certain mergers and related reorganization transactions (collectively, the “Merger”) pursuant to which each of APX and 2GIG, and their respective subsidiaries became indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries of 313 Acquisition LLC, an entity wholly-owned by the Investors.

As a result of the Merger, Vivint, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries and 2GIG and its wholly-owned subsidiaries collectively became wholly-owned by APX Group, Inc., which is wholly-owned by APX Group Holdings, Inc., which is wholly-owned by APX Parent Holdco, Inc., which is wholly owned by 313 Acquisition, LLC. APX Parent Holdco, Inc. and APX Group Holdings, Inc. have no operations and were formed for the purpose of facilitating the Merger.

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

NOTE 2—SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of Presentation—As a result of the Merger, the consolidated financial statements are presented on two bases of accounting and are not necessarily comparable: January 1, 2011 through November 16, 2012 (the “Predecessor Period” or “Predecessor” as context requires) and November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2013 (the “Successor Period” or “Successor” as context requires), which relate to the period preceding the Merger and the period succeeding the Merger, respectively. The audited consolidated financial statements for the Predecessor Period are presented for APX Group, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, including variable interest entities. The audited consolidated financial statements for the Successor Period reflect the Merger presenting the financial position and results of operations of APX Group Holdings, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. The financial position and results of operations of the Successor are not comparable to the financial position and results of operations of the Predecessor due to the Merger and the basis of presentation of purchase accounting as compared to historical cost in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 805 Business Combinations.

 

The consolidated financial statements for the Predecessor and Successor include the financial position and results of operations of the following entities:

 

Successor

  

Predecessor

APX Group Holdings, Inc.   
APX Group, Inc.    APX Group, Inc.
Vivint, Inc.    Vivint, Inc.
Vivint Canada, Inc.    Vivint Canada, Inc.
ARM Security, Inc.    ARM Security, Inc.
AP AL, LLC    AP AL, LLC
Vivint Purchasing, LLC    Vivint Purchasing, LLC
Vivint Servicing, LLC    Vivint Servicing, LLC
2GIG Technologies, Inc. (1)    2GIG Technologies, Inc.
2GIG Technologies Canada, Inc. (1)    2GIG Technologies Canada, Inc.
   V Solar Holdings, Inc.
   Vivint Solar, Inc.
313 Aviation, LLC   
Vivint Wireless, Inc. (2)   
Smartrove, Inc. (3)   
Vivint New Zealand, Ltd. (2)   
Vivint Australia Pty Ltd. (2)   
Vivint Louisiana, LLC. (2)   
Vivint Funding Holdings, LLC. (2)   

 

(1) The audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013 include the results of 2GIG up through April 1, 2013, which was the date the Company completed the 2GIG Sale to Nortek (See Note 4).
(2) Formed during the year ended December 31, 2013.
(3) Acquired on May 29, 2013.

The Successor and Predecessor Period include substantially the same operating entities except that Vivint Solar, Inc. and its subsidiaries (“Solar”) is not included in the Successor Period since Solar is separately owned and is no longer a consolidated variable interest entity.

Principles of Consolidation—The accompanying Successor consolidated financial statements include the accounts of APX Group Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including 2GIG as a wholly-owned subsidiary through April 1, 2013. The accompanying Predecessor consolidated financial statements include APX Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, and 2GIG and Solar, which were variable interest entities (or “VIE’s”) prior to the Merger (See Note 7). All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

The financial information presented in the accompanying consolidated financial statements reflects the financial position and operating results of Smart Grid as discontinued operations (See Note 6).

Changes in Presentation of Comparative Financial Statements—Certain reclassifications, such as the presentation of deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities (See Note 12), have been made to our prior period consolidated financial information in order to conform with the current year presentation. These changes did not have a significant impact on the consolidated financial statements.

Revenue Recognition—The Company recognizes revenue principally on four types of transactions: (i) monitoring, which includes revenues for monitoring of the Company’s subscriber contracts and certain subscriber contracts that have been sold, (ii) activation fees on the Company’s contracts, which are amortized over the expected life of the customer, (iii) service and other sales, which includes services provided on contracts, contract fulfillment revenue, sales of products that are not part of the basic equipment package and revenue from 2GIG, and (iv) contract sales.

 

Monitoring services for the Company’s subscriber contracts are billed in advance, generally monthly, pursuant to the terms of subscriber contracts and recognized ratably over the service period. Revenue from monitoring contracts that have been sold is recognized monthly as services are provided based on rates negotiated as part of the contract sales. Costs of providing ongoing monitoring services are expensed in the period incurred.

Activation fees are generally charged to a customer when a new account is opened. This revenue is deferred and recognized using a 150% declining balance method over 12 years and converts to a straight-line methodology when the resulting revenue recognition is greater than that from the accelerated method for the remaining estimated life.

Service and other sales revenue is recognized as services are provided or when title to the products and equipment sold transfers to the customer. Contract fulfillment revenue, included in service and other sales, is recognized when payment is received from customers who cancel their contract in-term. Revenue from sales of products that are not part of the basic equipment package is recognized upon delivery of products.

Through the date of the 2GIG Sale, service and other sales revenue included net recurring services revenue, which was based on back-end services, provided by Alarm.com, for all panels sold to distributors and direct-sell dealers and subsequently placed in service in end-user locations. The Company received a fixed monthly amount from Alarm.com for each system installed with non-Vivint customers that used the Alarm.com platform.

Revenue from the sale of subscriber contracts is recognized when ownership of the contracts has transferred to the purchaser. Any unamortized deferred revenue and costs related to contract sales are recognized at the time of the sale.

Subscriber Contract Costs—A portion of the direct costs of acquiring new subscribers, primarily sales commissions, equipment, and installation costs, are deferred and recognized over a pattern that reflects the estimated life of the subscriber relationships. For both the Successor Period and Predecessor Period, the Company amortizes these costs using a 150% declining balance method over 12 years and converts to a straight-line methodology when the resulting amortization charge is greater than that from the accelerated method for the remaining estimated life. The Company evaluates subscriber account attrition on a periodic basis, utilizing observed attrition rates for the Company’s subscriber contracts and industry information and, when necessary, makes adjustments to the estimated subscriber relationship period and amortization method.

In conjunction with the Merger and in accordance with purchase accounting, the total purchase price was allocated to the Company’s net tangible and identifiable intangible assets based on their estimated fair values as of November 16, 2012 (See Note 3). The Company recorded the value of Subscriber Contract Costs on the date of the Transactions at fair value and classified it as an intangible asset, which is amortized over 10 years in a pattern that is consistent with the amount of revenue expected to be generated from the related subscriber contracts.

Cash and Cash Equivalents—Cash and cash equivalents consists of highly liquid investments with remaining maturities when purchased of three months or less.

Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents—Restricted cash and cash equivalents is restricted for a specific purpose and cannot be included in the general cash account. At December 31, 2013 and 2012, the restricted cash and cash equivalents was held by a third-party trustee. At December 31, 2013, the current portion of restricted cash and cash equivalents was $14,375,000. Restricted cash equivalents consists of highly liquid investments with remaining maturities when purchased of three months or less.

Accounts Receivable—Accounts receivable consists primarily of amounts due from customers for recurring monthly monitoring services. The accounts receivable are recorded at invoiced amounts and are non-interest bearing. The gross amount of accounts receivable has been reduced by an allowance for doubtful accounts of $1,901,000 and $2,301,000 at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The Company estimates this allowance based on historical collection rates, subscriber attrition rates, and contractual obligations underlying the sale of the subscriber contracts to third parties. When the Company determines that there are accounts receivable that are uncollectible, they are charged off against the allowance for doubtful accounts. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, no accounts receivable were classified as held for sale. Provision for doubtful accounts is included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.

The changes in the Company’s allowance for accounts receivable were as follows for the years ended (in thousands):

 

      Successor     Predecessor  
     Year ended
December 31,
2013
    Period from
November 17,
through
December 31,
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
November 16,
2012
    Year ended
December 31,
2011
 

Beginning balance

   $ 2,301      $ 3,649      $ 1,903      $ 1,484   

Provision for doubtful accounts

     10,360        1,307        8,204        7,026   

Write-offs and adjustments

     (10,760     (2,655     (6,458     (6,607
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance at end of period

   $ 1,901      $ 2,301      $ 3,649      $ 1,903   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Inventories—Inventories, which comprise home automation and security system equipment and parts, are stated at the lower of cost or market with cost determined under the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method. The Company records an allowance for excess and obsolete inventory based on anticipated obsolescence, usage and historical write-offs. The allowance for excess and obsolete inventory was $3,167,000 and $1,484,000, as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Long-lived Assets and Intangibles—Property and equipment are stated at cost and depreciated on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets or the lease term, whichever is shorter. Intangible assets with definite lives are amortized over the remaining estimated economic life of the underlying technology or relationships, which ranges from 2 to 10 years. Amortization expense associated with leased assets is included with depreciation expense. Routine repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Intangible assets are amortized on the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the asset or in a pattern in which the economic benefits of the intangible asset are consumed. The Company periodically assesses potential impairment of its long-lived assets and intangibles and performs an impairment review whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. The Company has no intangible assets with indefinite useful lives.

Deferred Financing Costs—Costs incurred in connection with obtaining debt financing are deferred and amortized utilizing the straight-line method, which approximates the effective-interest method, over the life of the related financing. If such financing is paid off or replaced prior to maturity with debt instruments that have substantially different terms, the unamortized costs are charged to expense. In connection with refinancing the debt, in conjunction with the Transactions the Company wrote off $3,451,000 related to unamortized deferred financing costs associated with the Credit Agreement. Deferred financing costs included in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2013 and 2012 were $59,375,000 and $57,322,000, net of accumulated amortization of $9,875,000 and $1,032,000, respectively. Amortization expense on deferred financing costs recognized and included in interest expense in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations, totaled $8,843,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013, $1,032,000 for the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, $6,619,000 for the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and $7,709,000 for the year ended December 31, 2011.

Residual Income Plan—Prior to the Merger, the Company had a program that allowed sales representatives to elect to defer commission payments and for third-party sales channel partners to receive additional compensation based on the performance of the underlying contracts they created during the season. The Company calculated the present value of the expected future payments and recognized this amount in the period the commissions were earned. Subsequent accretion and adjustments to the estimated liability were recorded as interest and other expense, respectively. The Company monitored actual payments and customer attrition on a periodic basis and, when necessary, made adjustments to the liability. In connection with the Merger, the Company settled its obligation to the employee participants of this plan. The obligation related to commissions owed to third-party channel partners was not settled in connection with the Merger, and this program continued after the Merger. The amount included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities was $2,426,000 and $1,418,000 at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, representing the present value of the estimated amounts owed to third-party sales channel partners.

Stock-Based Compensation—The Company measures compensation cost based on the grant-date fair value of the award and recognizes that cost over the requisite service period of the awards (See Note 13).

Advertising Expense—Advertising costs are expensed as incurred. Advertising costs were approximately $23,038,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013, $1,686,000 for the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, $8,204,000 for the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and $8,505,000 for the year ended December 31, 2011.

Income Taxes—The Company accounts for income taxes based on the asset and liability method. Under the asset and liability method, deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets when it is determined that it is more likely than not that some portion of the deferred tax asset will not be realized.

The Company recognizes the effect of an uncertain income tax position on the income tax return at the largest amount that is more-likely-than-not to be sustained upon audit by the relevant taxing authority. An uncertain income tax position will not be recognized if it has less than a 50% likelihood of being sustained. The Company’s policy for recording interest and penalties is to record such items as a component of the provision for income taxes.

Liability—Contracts Sold—During 2007 and 2008, the Company received approximately $118,136,000 in proceeds from the sale of certain subscriber contracts to a third-party. Concurrently, the Company entered into an agreement with the buyer to continue providing monitoring and support services for the contracts that were sold. Following the initial one-year warranty period from the date of the sales, the Company had no obligation under the terms of the sales agreement to make any additional payments to the seller. In August 2012, the Company agreed to repurchase the contracts upon a change of control, as defined. As a result of this continuing involvement on the part of the Company in the servicing of the contracts, accounting guidance precluded gain recognition at the time of the sales. Accordingly, the Company recorded a liability for the proceeds received at the time of the sales and amortized the liability using the effective interest method over twelve years, the expected life of the subscriber contracts. The Company recorded the monthly fees from these contracts as monitoring revenue in the statements of operations. In connection with the Merger, these contracts were re-acquired and, as a result, the related liability was satisfied.

Use of Estimates—The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Concentrations of Credit Risk—Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentration of credit risk consist principally of receivables and cash. At times during the year, the Company maintains cash balances in excess of insured limits. The Company is not dependent on any single customer or geographic location. The loss of a customer would not adversely impact the Company’s operating results or financial position.

 

Concentrations of Supply Risk—As of December 31, 2013, approximately 87% of the Company’s installed panels were 2GIG Go!Control panels. On April 1, 2013, the Company completed the 2GIG Sale. In connection with the 2GIG Sale, the Company entered into a five-year supply agreement with 2GIG, pursuant to which they will be the exclusive provider of the Company’s control panel requirements, subject to certain exceptions as provided in the supply agreement. The loss of 2GIG as a supplier could potentially impact the Company’s operating results or financial position.

Fair Value Measurement—Assets and liabilities subject to on-going fair value measurement are categorized and disclosed into one of three categories depending on observable or unobservable inputs employed in the measurement. These two types of inputs have created the following fair value hierarchy:

Level 1: Quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for assets and liabilities.

Level 2: Observable prices that are based on inputs not quoted in active markets, but corroborated by market data.

Level 3: Unobservable inputs are used when little or no market data is available.

This hierarchy requires the Company to minimize the use of unobservable inputs and to use observable market data, if available, when determining fair value. The Company recognizes transfers between levels of the hierarchy based on the fair values of the respective financial measurements at the end of the reporting period in which the transfer occurred. There were no transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy during fiscal 2013 or 2012.

The carrying amounts of the Company’s accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities approximate their fair values due to their short maturities.

Goodwill—The Company conducts a goodwill impairment analysis annually and as necessary if changes in facts and circumstances indicate that the fair value of the Company’s reporting units may be less than its carrying amount. When indicators of impairment do not exist and certain accounting criteria are met, the Company is able to evaluate goodwill impairment using a qualitative approach. When necessary, the Company’s quantitative goodwill impairment test consists of two steps. The first step requires that the Company compare the estimated fair value of its reporting units to the carrying value of the reporting unit’s net assets, including goodwill. If the fair value of the reporting unit is greater than the carrying value of its net assets, goodwill is not considered to be impaired and no further testing is required. If the fair value of the reporting unit is less than the carrying value of its net assets, the Company would be required to complete the second step of the test by analyzing the fair value of its goodwill. If the carrying value of the goodwill exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge is recorded (See Note 10).

Foreign Currency Translation and Other Comprehensive Income—The functional currencies of Vivint Canada, Inc. and Vivint New Zealand, Ltd. are the Canadian dollar and the New Zealand dollar, respectively. Accordingly, assets and liabilities are translated from their respective functional currencies into U.S. dollars at year-end rates and revenue and expenses are translated at the weighted-average exchange rates for the year. Adjustments resulting from this translation process are classified as other comprehensive income (loss) and shown as a separate component of equity.

Letters of Credit—At December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, the Company had $2,174,000 and $2,168,000 of unused letters of credit associated with workers compensation and a bond line for the Company’s corporate, sales and installation personnel.

New Accounting Pronouncement—In September 2011, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which amends the process of testing goodwill for impairment. The guidance permits an entity to first assess qualitative factors to determine whether the existence of events or circumstances leads to a determination that it is more likely than not (defined as having a likelihood of more than fifty percent) that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. If an entity determines it is not more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, performing the traditional two-step goodwill impairment test is unnecessary. If an entity concludes otherwise, it would be required to perform the first step of the two-step goodwill impairment test. If the carrying amount of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, then the entity is required to perform the second step of the goodwill impairment test. However, an entity has the option to bypass the qualitative assessment in any period and proceed directly to step one of the impairment test. The guidance became effective for the Company in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2013. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In July 2012, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which amends the process of testing indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment. This guidance permits an entity to first assess qualitative factors to determine whether the existence of events or circumstances leads to a determination that it is more likely than not (defined as having a likelihood of more than fifty percent) that the indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired. If an entity determines it is not more likely than not that the indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired, the entity will have an option not to calculate the fair value of an indefinite-lived asset annually. The guidance became effective for the Company in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2013. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In February 2013, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which expands the disclosure requirements for amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”). The guidance requires an entity to provide information about the amounts reclassified out of AOCI by component and present, either on the face of the income statement or in the notes to financial statements, significant amounts reclassified out of AOCI by the respective line items of net income but only if the amount reclassified is required under GAAP to be reclassified to net income in its entirety in the same reporting period. For other amounts, an entity is required to cross-reference to other disclosures required under GAAP that provide additional detail about those amounts. This guidance does not change the current requirements for reporting net income or OCI in financial statements. The guidance is effective for the Company in the first quarter of fiscal year 2014. The adoption of this guidance is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In July 2013, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which amends the guidance related to the presentation of unrecognized tax benefits and allows for the reduction of a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward whenever the net operating loss carryforward or tax credit carryforward would be available to reduce the additional taxable income or tax due if the tax position is disallowed. This guidance is effective for annual and interim periods for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2013, and early adoption is permitted. The adoption of this guidance is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Business Combination
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Business Combination

NOTE 2—BUSINESS COMBINATIONS

Space Monkey Acquisition

On September 10, 2014, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company merged with Space Monkey, Inc. (“Space Monkey”), a data cloud storage technology company. Pursuant to the terms of the merger the Company paid aggregate cash consideration of $15.0 million, of which $1.5 million is held in escrow for indemnification obligations and is required to be released no later than December 31, 2014. This strategic acquisition was made to support the growth and development of the Company’s smart home platform. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements include the financial position and results of operations associated with the Space Monkey assets acquired and liabilities assumed from September 10, 2014. The pro forma impact of Space Monkey on the Company’s financial position and results of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 is immaterial.

The determination of the final purchase price is subject to potential adjustments, primarily related to the valuation of certain intangible assets and income taxes. The following table summarizes the preliminary estimated fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the time of acquisition (in thousands):

 

Net assets acquired from Space Monkey

   $ 404   

Deferred tax liability

     (1,106

Intangible assets (See Note 9)

     8,300   

Goodwill

     7,402   
  

 

 

 

Total estimated fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed

   $ 15,000   
  

 

 

 

During the nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company incurred costs associated with the Space Monkey acquisition, which were not material, consisting of accounting, legal and professional fees and payments to employees directly associated with the acquisition. These costs are included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.

Wildfire Acquisition

On January 31, 2014, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company completed the purchase of certain assets, and assumed certain liabilities, of Wildfire Broadband, LLC (“Wildfire”). Pursuant to the terms of the asset purchase agreement the Company paid aggregate cash consideration of $3.5 million, of which $0.4 million is held in escrow for indemnification obligations and is required to be released no later than January 31, 2015. This strategic acquisition was made to provide the Company access to Wildfire’s existing customers, wireless internet infrastructure and know-how. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements include the financial position and results of operations associated with the Wildfire assets acquired and liabilities assumed from January 31, 2014. The pro forma impact of Wildfire on the Company’s financial position and results of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 is immaterial. The associated goodwill is deductible for income tax purposes.

The following table summarizes the estimated fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the time of acquisition (in thousands):

 

Net assets acquired from Wildfire

   $ 96  

Intangible assets (See Note 9)

     2,900  

Goodwill

     504  
  

 

 

 

Total cash consideration

     3,500  

Estimated net working capital adjustment

     (61 )
  

 

 

 

Total fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed

   $ 3,439  
  

 

 

 

During the nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company incurred costs associated with the Wildfire acquisition, which were not material, consisting of accounting, legal and professional fees and payments to employees directly associated with the acquisition. These costs are included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.

 

In addition, during the nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company made a cost-based investment in a privately-held company (the “Investee”). The amount of the investment by the Company in the Investee was $0.3 million as of September 30, 2014. The Company could make up to $2.7 million in additional investments in the Investee, subject to the achievement of certain technology development milestones. These additional investments are expected to occur through July 1, 2016.

Business Combination

NOTE 3—BUSINESS COMBINATION

As described in Note 1, the Merger was completed on November 16, 2012, and was financed by a combination of equity invested by affiliates of The Blackstone Group, certain co-investors, the Company’s management and certain employees and borrowings under senior credit facilities. The Company’s management and certain employees invested approximately $155,160,000 in the form of a rollover of their equity in APX and 2GIG and cash investments were used to repay all outstanding borrowings under the Predecessor’s secured credit facilities, pay Predecessor shareholders, purchase equity units of Acquisition LLC and pay transaction fees and expenses. As part of the Merger, as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, there was $28,428,000 held in escrow and presented as restricted cash in the accompanying financial statements for payments to employees that will be due in the next two years. At the time of the Transactions, approximately $54,300,000 was placed in escrow to cover potential adjustments to the total purchase consideration associated with general representations and warranties and adjustments to tangible net worth, in accordance with the terms of the Merger’s escrow agreement. This amount is included in the total purchase consideration discussed below. The remaining escrow balance, after all adjustments are made in accordance with the escrow agreement, are expected to be paid to the former Company shareholders no later than the second quarter of 2014. Because these amounts held in escrow are not controlled by the Company, they are not included in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

Purchase Consideration

The following table summarizes the purchase price consideration (in thousands):

 

Revolving line of credit

   $ 10,000   

Issuance of bonds, net of issuance costs

     1,246,646   

Contributed equity

     713,821   

Less: Transaction costs

     (31,540

Less: Net worth adjustment

     (3,289
  

 

 

 

Total purchase consideration

   $ 1,935,638   
  

 

 

 

Purchase Price Allocation

The purchase price of approximately $1,935,638,000 includes the purchase of all outstanding stock, settlement of the Predecessor’s debt, settlement of stock-based awards, payments to employees under long-term incentive arrangements, transaction fees and expenses and purchase of subscriber accounts held by third parties. Payments to employees consisted of payments to officers, employees and directors as change in control payments and special retention bonuses. On the date of the Transactions, the Company paid $28,428,000 or 50% of the amount due to employees under long-term incentive arrangements. The remaining 50% will be paid in two equal payments on the second and third anniversary dates of the Merger. In addition to the payments under these long-term incentive arrangements, the Company also incurred $48,586,000 of costs related to bonus and other payments to employees directly related to the Transactions. These employee expenses are included in total costs and expenses in the Predecessor Period Consolidated Statement of Operations.

The estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are based on information obtained from various sources including, the Company’s management and historical experience. The fair value of the intangible assets was determined using the income and the cost approaches. Key assumptions used in the determination of fair value include projected cash flows, subscriber attrition rates and discount rates between 8% and 14%.

The following table summarizes the estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of December 31, 2013 (in thousands):

 

Current assets acquired

   $ 73,239   

Property, plant and equipment

     29,293   

Other assets

     30,535   

Intangible assets

     1,062,300   

Goodwill

     880,302   

Current liabilities assumed

     (100,258

Deferred income tax liability

     (33,996

Other liabilities

     (5,777
  

 

 

 

Total purchase price allocation

   $ 1,935,638   
  

 

 

 

Goodwill resulting from the Transactions is not deductible for income tax purposes.

 

Transaction Related Costs

The Company incurred costs associated with the Transactions of approximately $31,885,000 in the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012 and approximately $23,461,000 in the Predecessor Period from January 1, 2012 through November 16, 2012. These costs consist of accounting, investment banking, legal and professional fees and employee expenses directly associated with the Transactions and are included in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.

Smartrove Acquisition

On May 29, 2013, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, Vivint Wireless, Inc. (“Vivint Wireless”), completed a 100% stock acquisition of Smartrove. Pursuant to the terms of the stock purchase agreement, Vivint Wireless acquired the business for aggregate cash consideration of $4,275,000, of which $870,000 is held in escrow. This strategic acquisition was made to provide Vivint Wireless with full ownership of certain intellectual property used in its operations. The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the financial position and results of operations of Smartrove as a wholly-owned subsidiary from May 29, 2013. The pro forma impact of Smartrove on the Company’s financial position and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2013 is immaterial.

The determination of the final purchase price is subject to potential adjustments, primarily related to the finalization of income taxes and the escrow amounts discussed above. The associated goodwill is not deductible for income tax purposes. The following table summarizes the estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of December 31, 2013 (in thousands):

 

Net assets acquired from Smartrove—Cash

   $ 3   

Deferred income tax liability

     (1,533

Intangible assets (See Note 10)

     4,040   

Goodwill

     1,765   
  

 

 

 

Total fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed

   $ 4,275   
  

 

 

 

Transaction Related Costs

During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company incurred costs associated with the Smartrove Acquisition, which were not material, consisting of accounting, investment banking, legal and professional fees and payments to employees directly associated with the acquisition. These costs are included in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.

DIVESTITURE OF SUBSIDIARY
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
DIVESTITURE OF SUBSIDIARY

NOTE 3—DIVESTITURE OF SUBSIDIARY

On April 1, 2013, the Company completed the 2GIG Sale. Pursuant to the terms of the 2GIG Sale, Nortek, Inc. acquired all of the outstanding common stock of 2GIG for aggregate cash consideration of approximately $148.9 million, including cash, working capital and indebtedness adjustments as provided in the stock purchase agreement. In connection with the 2GIG Sale, the Company entered into a five-year supply agreement with 2GIG, pursuant to which they will be the exclusive provider of the Company’s control panel requirements, subject to certain exceptions as provided in the supply agreement. A portion of the net proceeds from the 2GIG Sale was used to repay $44.0 million of outstanding borrowings under the Company’s revolving credit facility. The terms of the indenture governing the existing senior unsecured notes, the indenture governing the existing senior secured notes and the credit agreement governing the revolving credit facility, permit the Company, subject to certain conditions, to distribute all or a portion of the net proceeds from the 2GIG Sale to the Company’s stockholders. In May 2013, the Company distributed a dividend of $60.0 million from such proceeds to stockholders. Subject to the applicable conditions, the Company may distribute the remaining proceeds in the future. The Company’s financial position and results of operations include 2GIG through March 31, 2013.

The following table summarizes the net gain recognized in connection with this divestiture (in thousands):

 

Adjusted net sale price

   $ 148,871   

2GIG assets (including cash of $3,383), net of liabilities

     (109,053

2.0 technology, net of amortization

     16,903   

Other

     (9,855
  

 

 

 

Net gain on divestiture

   $ 46,866
DIVESTITURE OF SUBSIDIARY

NOTE 4—DIVESTITURE OF SUBSIDIARY

On April 1, 2013, the Company completed the 2GIG Sale. Pursuant to the terms of the 2GIG Sale, Nortek, Inc. acquired all of the outstanding common stock of 2GIG for aggregate cash consideration of approximately $148,871,000, including cash, working capital and indebtedness adjustments as provided in the stock purchase agreement. In connection with the 2GIG Sale, the Company entered into a five-year supply agreement with 2GIG, pursuant to which they will be the exclusive provider of the Company’s control panel requirements, subject to certain exceptions as provided in the supply agreement. A portion of the net proceeds from the 2GIG Sale was used to repay $44,000,000 of outstanding borrowings under the Company’s revolving credit facility. The terms of the indenture governing the existing senior unsecured notes, the indenture governing the existing senior secured notes and the credit agreement governing the revolving credit facility, permit the Company, subject to certain conditions, to distribute all or a portion of the net proceeds from the 2GIG Sale to the Company’s stockholders. In May 2013, the Company distributed a dividend of $60,000,000 from such proceeds to stockholders. Subject to the applicable conditions, the Company may distribute the remaining proceeds in the future. The Company’s financial position and results of operations include 2GIG through March 31, 2013.

 

The following table summarizes the net gain recognized in connection with this divestiture (in thousands):

 

Adjusted net sale price

   $ 148,871   

2GIG assets (including cash of $3,383), net of liabilities

     (109,053

2.0 technology, net of amortization

     16,903   

Other

     (9,855
  

 

 

 

Net gain on divestiture

   $ 46,866
LONG-TERM DEBT
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
LONG-TERM DEBT

NOTE 5—LONG-TERM DEBT

On November 16, 2012, APX issued $1.3 billion aggregate principal amount of notes, of which $925.0 million aggregate principal amount of 6.375% senior secured notes due 2019 (the “outstanding 2019 notes”) mature on December 1, 2019 and are secured on a first-priority lien basis by substantially all of the tangible and intangible assets whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Company, subject to permitted liens and exceptions, and $380.0 million aggregate principal amount of 8.75% senior notes due 2020 (the “outstanding 2020 notes” and together with the outstanding 2019 notes, the “notes”), mature on December 1, 2020.

During 2013, the Company completed two offerings of additional 8.75% senior notes due 2020 under the indenture dated November 16, 2012 (the “2020 notes”). On May 31, 2013, the Company issued $200.0 million of 2020 notes at a price of 101.75% and on December 13, 2013, the Company issued an additional $250.0 million of 2020 notes at a price of 101.50%. Blackstone Advisory Partners L.P. (“Blackstone Partners”) participated as one of the initial purchasers of the 2020 notes in each of the May 31, 2013 and December 31, 2013 offerings and received approximately $0.2 million and $0.2 million in fees, respectively, at the time of closing.

On July 1, 2014, the Company issued an additional $100.0 million of 2020 notes. In connection with the issuance, Blackstone Partners participated as one of the initial purchasers of the 2020 notes and received approximately $0.1 million in fees at the time of closing.

Interest on the notes accrues at the rate of 6.375% per annum for the outstanding 2019 notes and 8.75% per annum for the outstanding 2020 notes. Interest on the notes is payable semiannually in arrears on each June 1 and December 1. The Company may redeem each series of the notes, in whole or part, at any time at a redemption price equal to the principal amount of the notes to be redeemed, plus a make-whole premium and any accrued and unpaid interest at the redemption date. In addition, APX may redeem the notes at the prices and on the terms specified in the applicable indenture.

In connection with each issuance of the notes, the Company entered into Exchange and Registration Rights Agreements (each a “Registration Rights Agreement”) with the initial purchasers of the notes, dated November 16, 2012, May 8, 2013, December 13, 2013 and July 1, 2014, respectively.

In connection with the issuance of the initial notes on November 16, 2012 and the subsequent offering on May 31, 2013, in accordance with the applicable Registration Rights Agreements, the Company filed a registration statement on Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission with respect to an exchange offer to exchange the notes of each series for an issue of Notes (except the Exchange Notes do not contain transfer restrictions). The exchange offer was completed on October 29, 2013.

In connection with the issuance of the subsequent offering on December 13, 2013, under the applicable Registration Rights Agreement, the Company filed a registration statement on Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission with respect to an exchange offer to exchange the Notes of each series for an issue of Notes (except the Exchange Notes do not contain transfer restrictions). This exchange offer was completed on March 7, 2014.

 

Revolving Credit Facility

On November 16, 2012, APX, the Company and the other guarantors entered into a revolving credit facility in the aggregate principal amount of $200.0 million. On June 28, 2013, the Company amended and restated the credit agreement to provide for a new repriced tranche of revolving credit commitments with a lower interest rate. Nearly all of the existing tranches of revolving credit commitments were terminated and converted into the repriced tranche, with the unterminated portion of the existing tranche continuing to accrue interest at the original rate.

Borrowings under the revolving credit facility bear interest at a rate per annum equal to an applicable margin plus, at our option, either (1) the base rate determined by reference to the highest of (a) the Federal Funds rate plus 0.50%, (b) the prime rate of Bank of America, N.A. and (c) the LIBOR rate determined by reference to the costs of funds for U.S. dollar deposits for an interest period of one month, plus 1.00% or (2) the LIBOR rate determined by reference to the London interbank offered rate for dollars for the interest period relevant to such borrowing. The applicable margin for base rate-based borrowings (1)(a) under the repriced tranche is currently 2.0% per annum and (b) under the former tranche is currently 3.0% and (2)(a) the applicable margin for LIBOR rate-based borrowings (a) under the repriced tranche is currently 3.0% per annum and (b) under the former tranche is currently 4.0%. The applicable margin for borrowings under the revolving credit facility is subject to one step-down of 25 basis points based on the Company’s consolidated first lien net leverage ratio at the end of each fiscal quarter, commencing with delivery of its consolidated financial statements for the first full fiscal quarter ending after the closing date.

In addition to paying interest on outstanding principal under the revolving credit facility, the Company is required to pay a quarterly commitment fee of 0.50% (which will be subject to one step-down based on our consolidated first lien net leverage ratio) to the lenders under the revolving credit facility in respect of the unutilized commitments thereunder. The Company also pays customary letter of credit and agency fees. The borrowings are due November 16, 2017, which may be repaid at any time without penalty.

The Company’s outstanding debt at September 30, 2014 had maturity dates of 2019 and beyond and consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     Outstanding
Principal
     Unamortized
Premium
     Net Carrying
Amount
 

Revolving credit facility

   $ —         $ —         $ —     

6.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2019

     925,000         —           925,000   

8.75% Senior Notes due 2020

     930,000         8,413         938,413   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total Notes payable

   $ 1,855,000       $ 8,413       $ 1,863,413   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

The Company’s outstanding debt at December 31, 2013 consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     Outstanding
Principal
     Unamortized
Premium
     Net Carrying
Amount
 

Revolving credit facility

   $ —         $ —         $ —     

6.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2019

     925,000         —           925,000   

8.75% Senior Notes due 2020

     830,000         7,049         837,049   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total Notes payable

   $ 1,755,000       $ 7,049       $ 1,762,049   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 
LONG-TERM DEBT

NOTE 5—LONG-TERM DEBT

Successor

Notes

In connection with the Merger on November 16, 2012, APX issued $1,305,000,000 aggregate principal amount of notes, of which $925,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 6.375% senior secured notes due 2019 (the “outstanding 2019 notes”) mature on December 1, 2019 and are secured on a first-priority lien basis by substantially all of the tangible and intangible assets whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Company, subject to permitted liens and exceptions, and $380,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 8.75% senior notes due 2020 (the “outstanding 2020 notes” and together with the outstanding 2019 notes, the “notes”), which mature on December 1, 2020.

During 2013, the Company completed two subsequent offerings of 8.75% Senior Notes due 2020 under the indenture dated November 16, 2012. On May 31, 2013, the Company issued $200,000,000 of 2020 notes at a price of 101.75% and on December 13, 2013, the Company issued an additional $250,000,000 of 2020 notes at a price of 101.50%.

Interest on the notes accrues at the rate of 6.375% per annum for the outstanding 2019 notes and 8.75% per annum for the outstanding 2020 notes. Interest on the notes is payable semiannually in arrears on each June 1 and December 1, commencing June 1, 2013. The Company may redeem each series of the notes, in whole or part, at any time at a redemption price equal to the principal amount of the notes to be redeemed, plus a make-whole premium and any accrued and unpaid interest at the redemption date. In addition, APX may redeem the notes at the prices and on the terms specified in the applicable indenture.

In connection with each issuance of the notes, the Company entered into an Exchange and Registration Rights Agreement (each a “Registration Rights Agreement”) with the initial purchasers of the notes, dated November 16, 2012, May 8, 2013 and December 13, 2013, respectively.

In connection with the issuance of the initial notes on November 16, 2012 and the subsequent offering on May 31, 2013, in accordance with the Registration Rights Agreement, the Company filed a registration statement Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission with respect to an exchange offer to exchange the Notes of each series for an issue of Notes (except the Exchange Notes do not contain transfer restrictions). The exchange offer was completed on October 29, 2013.

In connection with the issuance of the subsequent offering on December 13, 2013, under the applicable Registration Rights Agreement, the Company filed a registration statement Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission with respect to an exchange offer to exchange the Notes of each series for an issue of Notes (except the Exchange Notes do not contain transfer restrictions). The exchange offer was completed on March 7, 2014.

 

Revolving Credit Facility

In connection with the Merger, APX, the Company and the other guarantors entered into a revolving credit facility in the aggregate principal amount of $200,000,000. Borrowings bear interest based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) or, at the Company’s option, an alternative base rate, plus spread, based upon the Company’s consolidated first lien leverage ratio at the end of each fiscal quarter and a commitment fee of 0.50% on unused portions of the revolving credit facility. The borrowings are due November 16, 2017, which may be repaid at any time without penalty.

The Company’s debt at December 31, 2013 had maturity dates of 2019 and beyond and consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     Outstanding
Principal
     Unamortized
Premium
     Net Carrying
Amount
 

Revolving credit facility

   $ —         $ —         $ —     

6.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2019

     925,000         —           925,000   

8.75% Senior Notes due 2020

     830,000         7,049         837,049   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total Notes payable

   $ 1,755,000       $ 7,049       $ 1,762,049   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

The Company’s debt at December 31, 2012 consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     Outstanding
Principal
     Unamortized
Premium
     Net Carrying
Amount
 

Revolving credit facility

   $ 28,000       $ —         $ 28,000   

6.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2019

     925,000         —           925,000   

8.75% Senior Notes due 2020

     380,000         —           380,000   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total Notes payable

   $ 1,333,000       $ —         $ 1,333,000   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 
Discontinued Operations
Discontinued Operations

NOTE 6—DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

During the first quarter of 2012, the Company abandoned Smart Grid, a component of its energy management business. The circumstances leading up to the abandonment included a shift in the strategic direction for Smart Grid within the energy management framework. All operating activity ceased during the second quarter of 2012. No income taxes were recorded on discontinued operations because the tax effect was immaterial and the tax benefit of the loss was offset by a valuation allowance.

The following table presents discontinued operations of the disposed business component (in thousands):

 

     Predecessor  
     Period from
January 1,
through
November 16,
2012
    Year ended
December 31,
2011
 

Revenue, net

   $ 91      $ 336   

Operating loss

     (329     (1,938

Interest expense

     (1     —     

Impairment of acquired intangible asset

     —          (1,315
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total discontinued operations

   $ (239   $ (2,917
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
Variable Interest Entities
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Variable Interest Entities

NOTE 4—VARIABLE INTEREST ENTITY

Accounting rules require the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (“VIE”) to include the financial position and results of operations of the VIE in its condensed consolidated financial statements. Vivint Solar, Inc. (“Solar”), formed by the Company in April 2011, installs solar panels on the roofs of customers’ homes and enters into agreements for customers to purchase the electricity generated by the panels. Solar also takes advantage of local government and federal incentive programs that offer assistance in generating green power. Solar was consolidated as a VIE by APX Group, Inc. from April 2011 through November 15, 2012. On November 16, 2012, an investor group comprised of certain investment funds affiliated with Blackstone Capital Partners VI L.P., and certain co-investors and management investors (collectively, the “Investors”) purchased Solar for $75.0 million and became its primary beneficiary and, as a result, the Solar financial position and results of operations are not consolidated by the Company subsequent to November 16, 2012. The assets of Solar are restricted in that they are only available to settle the obligations of Solar and not of the Company and similarly, the creditors of Solar have no recourse to the general assets of the Company.

The Company and Solar have entered into an agreement under which the Company subleases corporate office space, and provides certain other administrative services, to Solar. During the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, the Company charged $5.9 million and $0.8 million, respectively, of general and administrative expenses to Solar in connection with this agreement. The balance due from Solar in connection with this agreement and other expenses paid on Solar’s behalf was $3.1 million at December 31, 2013 and is included in prepaid expenses and other current assets in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets. The balance due from Solar in connection with this agreement at September 30, 2014 was immaterial.

 

On December 27, 2012, the Company executed a Subordinated Note and Loan Agreement with Solar. The terms of the agreement state that Solar may borrow up to $20.0 million, bearing interest on the outstanding balance at an annual rate of 7.5%, which interest is due and payable semi-annually on June 1 and December 1 of each year commencing on June 1, 2013. The balance outstanding on September 30, 2014, representing principal of $20.0 million and payment-in-kind interest of $2.2 million, and on December 31, 2013, representing principal of $20.0 million and payment-in-kind interest of $1.3 million, is included in prepaid and other current assets and long-term investments and other assets, net, respectively, in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets. In addition, accrued interest of $0.5 million and $0.1 million on September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, is included in prepaid expenses and other current assets in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets. These variable interests represent the Company’s maximum exposure to loss from direct involvement with Solar.

Variable Interest Entities

NOTE 7—VARIABLE INTEREST ENTITIES

Accounting rules require the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (“VIE”) to include the financial position and results of operations of the VIE in its condensed consolidated financial statements. The Predecessor consolidated financial statements include APX Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, and 2GIG and Solar, which were VIE’s prior to the Merger in the Predecessor Period. In connection with the Merger, 2GIG became a wholly-owned subsidiary and their financial position and results of operations were consolidated by the Company in the Successor Period through the date of the 2GIG Sale. Also in connection with the Merger, the Investors purchased Solar for $75,000,000 and, while Solar remains a VIE of the Company, the Investors became the primary beneficiary and, as a result, the Solar financial position and results of operations are not consolidated by the Company in the Successor Period.

2GIG

2GIG is engaged in the manufacture, wholesale distribution, and monitoring of electronic home security and automation systems primarily in the United States and Canada. 2GIG supplies the majority of the equipment used by the Company in its security systems installations. Sales of this equipment to other legal entities owned or consolidated by the Company represented approximately 71% of 2GIG’s total sales during 2013 through April 1, 2013, the date of the 2GIG Sale. The Company determined that 2GIG was a VIE, prior to the Merger, and the Company was the primary beneficiary because Vivint, Inc. was 2GIG’s largest customer, 2GIG was dependent on Vivint, Inc. for ongoing financial support and because the Company, through its related parties, had the ability to control the operations of 2GIG. Accordingly, as indicated above, the financial position and results of operations are consolidated by the Company for the Predecessor Period. Non-controlling interests in the consolidated financial statements include the portion of equity and results of operations related to 2GIG.

Solar

Solar, formed in April 2011, installs solar panels on the roofs of customer’s homes and enters into purchase agreements for the customers to purchase the electricity generated by the panels. Solar also takes advantage of local government and federal incentive programs that offer assistance in generating green power. During the Predecessor Period, the Company determined that Solar was a VIE and the Company was the primary beneficiary because Solar was dependent on Vivint, Inc. for ongoing financial support and because the Company had the ability to control the operations of Solar through its related parties. Accordingly, as indicated above, the financial position and results of operations are consolidated by the Company for the Predecessor Period and not for the Successor Period. The assets of Solar are restricted in that they are only available to settle the obligations of Solar and not of the Company and similarly, the creditors of Solar have no recourse to the general assets of the Company.

On June 1, 2011, Vivint, Inc. and Solar entered into an Administrative Services Agreement (“Service Agreement”) and a Trademark License Agreement (“Trademark Agreement”). The Service Agreement provided Solar with certain administrative, managerial and account management services to be performed by Vivint. In exchange for the services and licenses under these agreements, Solar agreed to pay Vivint a combined fee of $0.05 per kilowatt hour of electricity generated by the solar equipment each month for each customer account. In June 2013, the Company and Solar entered into a Turnkey Full-Service Sublease Agreement (“Sublease Agreement”) and terminated the Service Agreement. The Sublease Agreement specifies the terms under which the Company subleases corporate office space, and provides certain other administrative services, to Solar. The Trademark Agreement was also amended in conjunction with the execution of the Sublease Agreement. During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company charged $2,883,000 of general and administrative expenses to Solar in connection with the Sublease Agreement. As of December 31, 2013, the balance of $3,070,000 due from Solar in connection with the Sublease Agreement and other expenses paid on Solar’s behalf is included in prepaid expenses and other current assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

In June 2011, the Company entered into a Revolving Credit Note (“Loan”) with Solar. This Loan was due in May 2013, had a principal balance of $5,000,000 and accrued interest at a rate per annum equal to 13%. In connection with the Merger, the loan was satisfied and there was no balance outstanding as of December 31, 2013 or 2012.

 

On December 27, 2012, the Company executed a new Subordinated Note and Loan Agreement with Solar. The terms of the agreement state that Solar may borrow up to $20,000,000, bearing interest on the outstanding balance at an annual rate of 7.5% based on a 365 day year, which interest is due and payable semi-annually on June 1 and December 1 of each year commencing on June 1, 2013. The balance outstanding on December 31, 2013, representing principal of $20,000,000 and payment-in-kind interest of $1,323,000, is included in long-term investments and other assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. In addition, accrued interest of $138,000 is included in prepaid expenses and other current assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. The balance outstanding on December 31, 2012 was $15,000,000. These variable interests represent the Company’s maximum exposure to loss from direct involvement with Solar.

BALANCE SHEET COMPONENTS
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
BALANCE SHEET COMPONENTS

NOTE 6—BALANCE SHEET COMPONENTS

The following table presents balance sheet component balances (in thousands):

 

     September 30,
2014
    December 31,
2013
 

Subscriber contract costs

    

Subscriber contract costs

   $ 593,454      $ 310,666  

Accumulated amortization

     (62,474     (22,350 )
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Subscriber contract costs, net

   $ 530,980      $ 288,316  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Long-term investments and other assets

    

Notes receivable from related parties, net of allowance (See Notes 4 and 18)

   $ 296      $ 21,323  

Security deposit receivable

     6,131        6,261  

Other

     3,447        92  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total long-term investments and other assets, net

   $ 9,874      $ 27,676  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Accrued payroll and commissions

    

Accrued payroll

   $ 16,866      $ 15,475  

Accrued commissions

     86,669        30,532  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total accrued payroll and commissions

   $ 103,535      $ 46,007  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

    

Accrued interest payable

   $ 46,781      $ 10,982  

Loss contingencies

     7,639        9,263  

Other

     12,898        12,873  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total accrued expenses and other current liabilities

   $ 67,318      $ 33,118
BALANCE SHEET COMPONENTS

NOTE 8—BALANCE SHEET COMPONENTS

The following table presents balance sheet component balances as of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 (in thousands):

 

      December 31,  
      2013     2012  

Subscriber contract costs

    

Subscriber contract costs

   $ 310,666      $ 12,934   

Accumulated amortization

     (22,350     (181
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Subscriber contract costs, net

   $ 288,316      $ 12,753   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Long-term investments and other assets

    

Notes receivable, net of allowance (See Notes 7 and 15)

   $ 21,323      $ 15,341   

Security deposit receivable

     6,261        6,236   

Other

     92        128   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total long-term investments and other assets, net

   $ 27,676      $ 21,705   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Accrued payroll and commissions

    

Accrued payroll and commissions

   $ 15,475      $ 7,396   

Accrued commissions

     30,532        13,050   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total accrued payroll and commissions

   $ 46,007      $ 20,446   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

NOTE 7—PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

Property and equipment consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     September 30,
2014
    December 31,
2013
    Estimated
Useful Lives

Vehicles

   $ 17,990      $ 13,851      3 - 5 years

Computer equipment and software

     15,863        6,742      3 - 5 years

Leasehold improvements

     11,885        13,345      2 - 15 years

Office furniture, fixtures and equipment

     8,472        4,793      7 years

Warehouse equipment

     111        1,802      7 years

Buildings

     702        702      39 years

Construction in process

     10,732        3,119     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
     65,755        44,354     

Accumulated depreciation and amortization

     (13,878     (8,536  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Net property and equipment

   $ 51,877      $ 35,818     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Property and equipment includes approximately $18.1 million and $13.7 million of assets under capital lease obligations, net of accumulated amortization of $4.3 million and $2.7 million at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. Depreciation and amortization expense on all property and equipment was $7.9 million and $6.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Amortization expense relates to assets under capital leases and is included in depreciation and amortization expense.

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

NOTE 9—PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

Property and equipment consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     December 31,     Estimated
Useful  Lives
     2013     2012    

Vehicles

   $ 13,851      $ 10,038      3 - 5 years

Computer equipment and software

     6,742        4,797      3 - 5 years

Leasehold improvements

     13,345        7,599      2 - 15 years

Office furniture, fixtures and equipment

     4,793        1,924      7 years

Warehouse equipment

     1,802        3,066      7 years

Buildings

     702        702      39 years

Construction in process

     3,119        3,245     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
     44,354        31,371     

Accumulated depreciation and amortization

     (8,536     (1,165  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Net property and equipment

   $ 35,818      $ 30,206     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

Property and equipment includes approximately $13,728,000 and $9,795,000 of assets under capital lease obligations, net of accumulated amortization of $2,650,000 and $319,000 at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Depreciation and amortization expense on all property and equipment was $9,062,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013, $1,165,000 for the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, $7,378,000 for the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and $5,820,000 for the year ended December 31, 2011. Amortization expense relates to assets under capital leases as included in depreciation and amortization expense.

GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS
GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS

NOTE 10—GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Goodwill

The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, by operating segment, were as follows (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG     Consolidated  

Balance as of January 1, 2012

   $ —        $ —        $ —     

Goodwill resulting from the Merger

     832,579        43,792        876,371   

Effect of foreign currency translation

     271        —          271   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance as of December 31, 2012

     832,850        43,792        876,642   

Goodwill resulting from Smartrove acquisition

     1,765        —          1,765   

Goodwill resulting from net worth adjustments

     2,079        —          2,079   

Goodwill resulting from income tax adjustments

     1,852        —          1,852   

Effect of foreign currency translation

     (2,228     —          (2,228

Divestiture of 2GIG

     —          (43,792     (43,792
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance as of December 31, 2013

   $ 836,318      $ —        $ 836,318   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

In accordance with authoritative guidance for accounting for goodwill and other intangible assets, the Company performs an impairment test on its goodwill annually, as of October 1, or more often when events occur or circumstances change that would, more likely than not, reduce the fair value of a reporting unit below its carrying value. When indicators of impairment do not exist and certain accounting criteria are met, the Company is able to evaluate goodwill impairment using a qualitative approach. As of December 31, 2013, no indicators of impairment existed.

Intangible assets, net

The following table presents intangible asset balances as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 (in thousands):

 

     December 31,     Estimated
Useful  Lives
     2013     2012    

Customer contracts

   $ 984,403      $ 990,777      10 years

2GIG 2.0 technology

     17,000        17,000      8 years

CMS and other technology

     6,114        2,300      5 years

Smartrove technology

     4,040        —        3 years

Other technology

     650        —         2 years

2GIG customer relationships

     —          45,000      10 years

2GIG 1.0 technology

     —          8,000      6 years
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
     1,012,207        1,063,077     

Accumulated amortization

     (171,493     (10,058  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Net ending balance

   $ 840,714      $ 1,053,019     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

The 2GIG customer relationships and 2GIG 1.0 technology intangible assets were disposed of in connection with the 2GIG Sale (See Note 4). The 2GIG 2.0 technology was retained by the Company. In addition, as of December 31, 2013, the Company had unamortized capitalized software development costs of $3,672,000 related to the 2GIG 2.0 technology. During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company recognized $141,000 of amortization expense related to the capitalized software development costs. There were no capitalized software development costs for the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 or for the year ended December 31, 2011.

In connection with the Smartrove acquisition, the Company also purchased certain intellectual property for cash consideration of $650,000, of which $130,000 is held in escrow for the indemnification of claims or disputes that may arise. The escrow is scheduled to be released on May 30, 2014, less any amount of unresolved claims.

Amortization expense related to intangible assets was $164,230,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013, $10,058,000 for the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, $325,000 for the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and $1,751,000 for the year ended December 31, 2011.

Estimated future amortization expense of intangible assets is as follows (in thousands):

 

2014

   $ 150,352   

2015

     133,900   

2016

     115,781   

2017

     99,704   

2018

     87,627   

Thereafter

     253,350   
  

 

 

 

Total estimated amortization expense

   $ 840,714   
  

 

 

 
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

NOTE 9—FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents are classified as Level 1 as they have readily available market prices in an active market. The preferred stock, as defined below, is classified as Level 3 and is valued using its cost basis, which approximates fair value. The following summarizes the financial instruments of the Company at fair value based on the valuation approach applied to each class of security as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 (in thousands):

 

     Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using  
     Balance at
September 30,
2014
     Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets

(Level 1)
     Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable
Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

   $ 10,013       $ 10,013       $ —         $ —     

Restricted cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     

Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     

Long-term investments and other assets, net

           

Preferred stock

     3,000         —           —           3,000   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 41,441       $ 38,441       $ —         $ 3,000   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

     Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using  
     Balance at
December 31,
2013
     Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
     Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable
Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

   $ 10,002       $ 10,002       $ —         $ —     

Restricted cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     

Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 38,430       $ 38,430       $ —         $ —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

The carrying amounts of the Company’s accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities approximate their fair values due to their short maturities.

On February 19, 2014, the Company invested $3.0 million in a convertible note (“Convertible Note”) of a privately held company (“Investee”) not affiliated with the Company. The Convertible Note had a stated maturity date of February 19, 2015 and bore interest equal to the greater of (a) 0.5% or (b) annual interest rates established for federal income tax purposes by the Internal Revenue Service. The outstanding principal and accrued interest balance of the Convertible Note converted to preferred stock (“preferred stock”) of the Investee on August 29, 2014, under the terms of the agreement. The preferred stock has been classified as available-for-sale and measured at fair value in accordance with ASC 320, Investments—Debt and Equity Securities, with remeasurement occurring at the end of each reporting period and any changes in fair value included in other comprehensive income. As of September 30, 2014, the estimated aggregate fair value of the preferred stock was equal to its cost of $3.0 million and was considered a Level 3 measurement and is included in long-term investments and other assets, net in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2014. There were no gains or losses recognized for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 associated with this investment.

The fair market value of the Company’s Senior Secured Notes was approximately $898.4 million and $941.2 million as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. The carrying value of the Company’s Senior Secured Notes was $925.0 million as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013. The Company’s Senior Notes had a fair market value of approximately $846.3 million and $844.5 million as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, and a carrying amount of $930.0 million and $830.0 million as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. The fair value of the Senior Secured Notes and the Senior Notes was considered a Level 2 measurement as the value was determined using observable market inputs, such as current interest rates as well as prices observable from less active markets.

In connection with the Wildfire acquisition, the fair value of intangible assets was considered a Level 3 measurement and was determined using the income and market approach. Key assumptions used in the determination of the fair value include estimated earnings and discount rates between 12% and 20%.

In connection with the Space Monkey acquisition, the fair value of intangible assets was considered a Level 3 measurement and was determined using the income approach. Key assumptions used in the determination of the fair value include an internal rate of return and a weighted average cost of capital of 25% and 20%, respectively.

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

NOTE 11—FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Fair value is based on the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. In order to increase consistency and comparability in fair value measurements, accounting guidance establishes a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes observable and unobservable inputs used to measure fair value into three broad levels. These levels, in order of highest priority to lowest priority, are described below:

Level 1: Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for assets or liabilities.

Level 2: Observable prices that are based on inputs not quoted on active markets, but corroborated by market data.

Level 3: Unobservable inputs are used when little or no market data is available.

 

Cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents are classified as Level 1 as they have readily available market prices in an active market. The following summarizes the financial instruments of the Company at fair value based on the valuation approach applied to each class of security as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 (in thousands):

 

     Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using  
     Balance at
December 31,
2013
     Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets

(Level 1)
     Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs

(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable
Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

   $ 10,002       $ 10,002       $ —         $ —     

Restricted cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     

Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 38,430       $ 38,430       $ —         $ —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

     Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using  
     Balance at
December 31,
2012
     Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets

(Level 1)
     Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable
Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion:

           

Money market funds

   $ 28,428       $ 28,428       $ —         $ —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 28,428       $ 28,428       $ —         $ —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

The carrying amounts of the Company’s accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities approximate their fair values due to their short maturities.

The fair market value of the Company’s Senior Secured Notes was approximately $941,188,000 as of December 31, 2013 and $917,980,000 as of December 31, 2012. The carrying value of the Company’s Senior Secured Notes was $925,000,000 as of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012. The Company’s Senior Notes had a fair market value of approximately $844,525,000 as of December 31, 2013 and $374,478,000 as of December 31, 2012 and a carrying amount of $830,000,000 as of December 31, 2013 and $380,000,000 as of December 31, 2012. The fair value of the Senior Secured Notes and the Senior Notes was considered a Level 2 measurement as the value was determined using observable market inputs, such as current interest rates as well as prices observable from less active markets.

In connection with the Transactions, the fair value of intangible assets was considered a Level 3 measurement and was determined using the income and cost approach and input obtained from various sources, including the Company’s management and historical experience. Key assumptions used in the determination of fair value include projected cash flows, subscriber attrition rates and discount rates between 8% and 14%.

In connection with the Smartrove acquisition, the fair value of intangible assets was considered a Level 3 measurement and was determined using the cost and relief from royalty approach. Key assumptions used in the determination of the fair value include estimated replacement costs, hypothetical royalty rates and a discount rate of 25%.

INCOME TAXES
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
INCOME TAXES

NOTE 11—INCOME TAXES

In order to determine the quarterly provision (benefit) for income taxes, the Company uses an estimated annual effective tax rate, which is based on expected annual income and statutory tax rates in the various jurisdictions in which the Company operates. Certain significant or unusual items are separately recognized in the quarter during which they occur and can be a source of variability in the effective tax rates from quarter to quarter.

The Company’s effective income tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 was approximately 0.19%. In computing income tax expense (benefit), the Company estimates its annual effective income tax rate jurisdiction by jurisdiction and entity by entity for which tax attributes must be separately considered for the calendar year ending December 31, 2014, excluding discrete items. Each jurisdictional or entity estimated annual tax rate is applied to actual year-to-date pre-tax book income (loss) of each jurisdiction or entity. Both the 2014 and 2013 effective tax rates are less than the statutory rate due to the combination of not recognizing benefit for expected pre-tax losses of the US jurisdiction, recognizing current state income tax expense for minimum state taxes and the reduction of the valuation allowance as a result of the Space Monkey acquisition.

For 2014, the Company expects to realize a loss before income taxes and expects to record a full valuation allowance against the net deferred tax assets of the consolidated group within the US, Canadian and New Zealand jurisdictions. The Company has recorded tax expense for state and local taxes. A valuation allowance is required when there is significant uncertainty as to the ability to realize the deferred tax assets. Because the realization of the deferred tax assets related to the Company’s net operating losses (NOLs) is dependent upon future income related to domestic and foreign jurisdictional operations that have historically generated losses, management determined that the Company continues to not meet the “more likely than not” threshold that those NOLs will be realized. Accordingly, a valuation allowance is required. A similar history of losses is present in the Company’s Canadian and New Zealand jurisdictions. However, as of September 30, 2014, the deferred tax assets related to the Company’s Canadian and New Zealand jurisdictions’ NOLs are offset by existing deferred income tax liabilities resulting in a net deferred tax liability position in both jurisdictions.

INCOME TAXES

NOTE 12—INCOME TAXES

APX Group files a consolidated federal income tax return with its wholly-owned subsidiaries.

For tax purposes, the Transaction was treated as a stock acquisition. As a result, assets and liabilities were not adjusted to fair value for tax purposes. Goodwill resulting from the transaction is not deductible for tax purposes. For tax purposes, acquisition costs are divided into three categories; deductible costs, amortizable costs, and capitalized costs. Acquisition costs are allocated among the categories based on the nature and timing of the incurred cost. Deductible costs are deducted in the period incurred. Amortizable costs are capitalized and amortized over a period of 15 years. Capitalized costs are capitalized to the cost of the stock and are not amortized.

Income tax (benefit) provision consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

    Successor     Predecessor  
    Year ended
  December 31,  
2013
    Period from
November 17,
through
  December 31,  
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
  November 16,  
2012
    Year ended
  December 31,  
2011
 

Current income tax:

         

Federal

  $ (579   $ —        $ 2,635      $ 86   

State

    (1,351     56        837        633   

Foreign

    (145     28        276        —     
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

    (2,075     84        3,748        719   

Deferred income tax:

         

Federal

    8,614        (9,489     —          —     

State

    (1,938     (1,788     —          —     

Foreign

    (1,009     290        1,175        (4,458
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

    5,667        (10,987     1,175        (4,458
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Provision (benefit) for income taxes

  $ 3,592      $ (10,903   $ 4,923      $ (3,739
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

     Successor     Predecessor  
     Year ended
  December 31,  
2013
    Period from
November 17,
through
  December 31,  
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
  November 16,  
2012
    Year ended
  December 31,  
2011
 
 

Computed expected tax expense

   $ (41,113   $ (13,941   $ (50,970   $ (22,489

State income taxes, net of federal tax effect

     (2,171     (1,143     555        434   

Foreign income taxes

     136        (69     610        831   

Permanent differences

     1,215        534        4,820        193   

Non-deductible acquisition costs

     —          3,716        2,896        —     

Intercompany elimination

     —          —          2,843        —     

Change in valuation allowance

     45,525        —          44,169        17,292   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Provision (benefit) for income taxes

   $ 3,592      $ (10,903   $ 4,923      $ (3,739
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of the deferred tax assets and liabilities were as follows (in thousands):

 

     December 31,  
     2013     2012  

Gross deferred tax assets:

    

Net operating loss carry forwards

   $ 430,327      $ 339,831   

Accrued expenses and allowances

     35,435        25,236   

Inventory reserves

     2,398        528   

Alternative minimum tax credit and research and development credit

     —          101   

Deferred subscriber income

     835        15   

Valuation allowance

     (48,685     —     
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
     420,310        365,711   

Gross deferred tax liabilities:

    

Deferred subscriber contract costs

     (394,448     (354,142

Purchased intangibles

     (29,128     (28,744

Property and equipment

     (4,261     (1,823

Prepaid expenses

     (1,687     (107
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
     (429,524     (384,816
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net deferred tax liability

   $ (9,214   $ (19,105
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

The Company had net operating loss carryforwards as follows (in thousands):

 

     December 31,  
     2013      2012  

Net operating loss carry forwards:

     

United States

   $ 1,021,238       $ 845,095   

State

     967,155         789,687   

Canada

     35,689         32,369   

New Zealand

     1,388         —     

United States (“U.S.”) and state net operating loss carryforwards will begin to expire in 2026, if not used. Canadian net operating loss carryforwards will begin to expire in 2029. Included in both the U.S. and state net operating loss carryforwards was approximately $11,483,000 at both December 31, 2013 and 2012 of net operating loss carryforwards for which a benefit will be recorded in Additional Paid in Capital when realized. The Company had no U.S. alternative minimum tax credits at December 31, 2013, and U.S. alternative minimum tax credits of $71,000 at December 31, 2012, for which life is unlimited. The Company had no U.S. research and development credits at December 31, 2013, and U.S. research and development credits of approximately $30,000 at December 31, 2012, which begin to expire in 2030. Realization of the Company’s net operating loss carryforwards and tax credits is dependent on generating sufficient taxable income prior to their expiration. The Company has determined that there is an IRC Section 382 limitation with respect to the carryforward items.

The Company has considered and weighed the available evidence, both positive and negative, to determine whether it is more-likely-than-not that some portion, or all, of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.

Based on available information, management does not believe it is more likely than not that its deferred tax assets will be utilized. Accordingly, the Company has established a valuation allowance to the extent of and equal to the net deferred tax assets. The Company recorded a valuation allowance for U.S. deferred tax assets of $48,685,000 at December 31, 2013. The Company had no valuation allowance for U.S. deferred tax assets at December 31, 2012. In addition to the change in valuation allowance from operations, the valuation allowance changes include impact of acquisition and disposition related items.

 

As of December 31, 2013, the Company’s income tax returns for the years ended December 31, 2007 through December 31, 2013, remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service and state authorities.

STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

NOTE 12—STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

313 Incentive Units

The Company’s indirect parent, 313 Acquisition LLC (“313”), which is wholly owned by the Investors, has authorized the award of profits interests, representing the right to share a portion of the value appreciation on the initial capital contributions to 313 (“Incentive Units”). As of September 30, 2014, a total of 75,181,252 Incentive Units had been awarded to current and former members of senior management and a board member, of which 46,484,562 were issued to the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and President. The Incentive Units are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by The Blackstone Group, L.P. and its affiliates (“Blackstone”). The Company anticipates making comparable equity incentive grants at 313 to other members of senior management and adopting other equity and cash-based incentive programs for other members of management from time to time. The fair value of stock-based awards is measured at the grant date and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite service period. The grant date fair value was determined using a Monte Carlo simulation valuation approach with the following assumptions: expected volatility of 55% to 65%; expected exercise term from 4 to 5 years; and risk-free rate of 0.62% to 1.18%.

Vivint Stock Appreciation Rights

The Company’s subsidiary, Vivint, has awarded Stock Appreciation Rights (“SARs”) to various levels of key employees. The purpose of the SARs is to attract and retain personnel and provide an opportunity to acquire an equity interest of Vivint. The SARs are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by Blackstone. In connection with this plan, 7,296,250 SARs were outstanding as of September 30, 2014. In addition, 36,065,303 SARs have been set aside for funding incentive compensation pools pursuant to long-term incentive plans established by the Company.

The fair value of the Vivint awards is measured at the grant date and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite service period. The fair value is determined using a Black-Scholes option valuation model with the following assumptions: expected volatility varies from 55% to 60%, expected dividends of 0%; expected exercise term between 6.01 and 6.50 years; and risk-free rates between 1.72% and 1.77%. Due to the lack of historical exercise data, the Company used the simplified method in determining the estimated exercise term, for all Vivint awards.

Wireless Stock Appreciation Rights

The Company’s subsidiary, Vivint Wireless, has awarded SARs to various key employees. The purpose of the SARs is to attract and retain personnel and provide an opportunity to acquire an equity interest of Vivint Wireless. The SARs are subject to a five year time-based ratable vesting period. In connection with this plan, 70,000 SARs were outstanding as of September 30, 2014. The Company anticipates making similar grants from time to time.

The fair value of the Vivint Wireless awards is measured at the grant date and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite service period. The fair value is determined using a Black-Scholes option valuation model with the following assumptions: expected volatility of 65%, expected dividends of 0%; expected exercise term of 6.50 years; and risk-free rate of 1.51%. Due to the lack of historical exercise data, the Company used the simplified method in determining the estimated exercise term, for all Vivint Wireless awards.

Stock-based compensation expense in connection with stock awards is presented by entity as follows (in thousands):

 

     Nine Months Ended  
     September 30,  
         2014              2013      

Operating expenses

   $ 46       $ 33   

Selling expenses

     136         101   

General and administrative expenses

     1,181         1,183   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total stock-based compensation

   $ 1,363       $ 1,317   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 
STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

NOTE 13—STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

Stock-Based Compensation

Successor

313 Incentive Units

As of December 31, 2013, 313 Acquisition LLC had authorized a total of 74,062,836 profits interests, representing the right to share a portion of the value appreciation on the initial capital contributions to 313 Acquisition LLC (“Incentive Units”). As of December 31, 2013, a total of 69,659,562 Incentive Units had been awarded to members of senior management and a board member, of which 46,484,562 were issued to the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and President in conjunction with the Transactions. The Incentive Units are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by The Blackstone Group, L.P. and its affiliates. The Company anticipates making comparable equity incentive grants at 313 Acquisition LLC to other members of senior management and adopting other equity and cash-based incentive programs for other members of management from time to time. The fair value of stock-based awards is measured at the grant date and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite service period. The grant date fair value was determined using a Monte Carlo simulation valuation approach with the following assumptions: expected volatility of 60% to 65%; expected exercise term from 4.3 to 5 years; and risk-free rate of 0.62% to 1.18%. A summary of the Incentive Unit activity for the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2013 is presented below:

 

    Incentive Units     Weighted Average
Exercise Price
Per Share
    Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
    Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (Years)
    Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
                            (in thousands)  

Outstanding, November 17, 2012

    46,484,562      $ 1.00      $ 1.00       

Granted

    —          —          —         

Forfeited

    —          —          —         

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2012

    46,484,562        1.00        1.00       

Granted

    23,175,000        1.00        1.00       

Forfeited

    (1,200,000     1.00        1.00       

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2013

    68,459,562        1.00        1.00        9.12      $ 20,537,869   
 

 

 

         

Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013

    64,000,028        1.00        1.00       

Exercisable at December 31, 2013

    4,459,534        1.00        1.00        9.11        1,337,860   

As of December 31, 2013, there was $6,820,000 of unrecognized compensation expense related to outstanding Incentive Units, which will be recognized over a weighted-average period of 3.89 years.

 

Vivint Stock Appreciation Rights

During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company’s subsidiary, Vivint, awarded Stock Appreciation Rights (“SARs”) to various levels of key employees. The purpose of the SARs is to attract and retain personnel and provide an opportunity to acquire an equity interest of Vivint. The SARs are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by The Blackstone Group, L.P. and its affiliates. In connection with this plan, 8,262,500 SARs have been granted as of December 31, 2013. In addition, 36,065,303 have been reserved for future issuance in accordance with a long-term incentive plan established by the Company. Vivint expects to continue regular quarterly grants to new employees who meet the award criteria.

The fair value of the Vivint awards is measured at the grant date and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite service period. The fair value is determined using a Black-Scholes option valuation model with the following assumptions: expected volatility of 60%, expected dividends of 0%; expected exercise term of 6.04 years; and risk-free rate of 1.72%. Due to the lack of historical exercise data, the Company used the simplified method in determining the estimated exercise term, for all Vivint awards. There was no SAR activity for the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012. A summary of the SAR activity for the year ended December 31, 2013 is presented below:

 

    Stock Appreciation
Rights
    Weighted Average
Exercise Price
Per Share
    Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
    Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (Years)
    Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
                            (in thousands)  

Outstanding, December 31, 2012

    —        $ —        $ —         

Granted

    8,262,500        1.00        1.00       

Forfeited

    (356,250     1.00        1.00       

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2013

    7,906,250        1.00        1.00        9.55      $ 2,371,875   
 

 

 

         

Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013

    7,498,524        1.00        1.00       

Exercisable at December 31, 2013

    407,726        1.00        1.00        9.54        122,318   

As of December 31, 2013, there was $902,000 of unrecognized compensation expense related to outstanding Vivint awards, which will be recognized over a weighted-average period of 3.99 years.

Vivint Wireless Stock Appreciation Rights

During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company’s subsidiary, Vivint Wireless, awarded SARs to various key employees. The purpose of the SARs is to attract and retain personnel and provide an opportunity to acquire an equity interest of Vivint Wireless. The SARs are subject to a five year time-based ratable vesting period. In connection with this plan, 70,000 SARs have been granted as of December 31, 2013. The Company anticipates making comparable grants from time to time.

The fair value of the Vivint Wireless awards is measured at the grant date and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite service period. The fair value is determined using a Black-Scholes option valuation model with the following assumptions: expected volatility of 65%, expected dividends of 0%; expected exercise term of 6.50 years; and risk-free rate of 1.51%. Due to the lack of historical exercise data, the Company used the simplified method in determining the estimated exercise term, for all Vivint Wireless awards. There was no SAR activity for the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012. A summary of the SAR activity for the year ended December 31, 2013 is presented below:

 

    Stock Appreciation
Rights
    Weighted Average
Exercise Price
Per Share
    Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
    Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (Years)
    Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
                            (in thousands)  

Outstanding, December 31, 2012

    —        $ —        $ —         

Granted

    70,000        5.00        5.00       

Forfeited

    —          —          —         

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2013

    70,000        5.00        5.00        9.42      $ 105,000   
 

 

 

         

Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013

    70,000        5.00        5.00       

Exercisable at December 31, 2013

    —          —          —          —          —     

As of December 31, 2013, there was $142,000 of unrecognized compensation expense related to all Vivint Wireless awards, which will be recognized over a weighted-average period of 4.42 years.

Predecessor

The fair value of stock-based awards was measured at the grant date and was recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite service period. The fair value was determined using a Black-Scholes valuation model for stock options and for purchase rights under the Company’s Stock Option Plan (the “Plan”). The Plan permitted the grant of stock options to employees for up to 1,550 shares of the Company’s Series C common stock. In connection with the Merger, the Plan was terminated subsequent to the exercise of all outstanding options. A summary of option activity under the Plan and changes during the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 is presented below:

 

     Shares Subject  to
Outstanding
Options
    Weighted Average
Exercise Price per
Share
 

Outstanding, January 1, 2012

     1,386      $ 3,136   

Granted

     470        4,664   

Forfeited

     (343     4,026   

Exercised

     (1,513     3,409   
  

 

 

   

Outstanding, November 16, 2012

     —          —     
  

 

 

   

Unvested shares expected to vest after November 16, 2012

     —          —     
  

 

 

   

Due to the sale of the company provision in the Plan, all unvested options immediately vested and were exercised on November 16, 2012.

 

Stock-based compensation expense in connection with all stock-based awards for the year ended December 31, 2013, the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2011 is presented by entity as follows (in thousands):

 

     Successor     Predecessor  
     Year ended
December 31,
2013
     Period from
November 17,
through
December 31,
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
November 16,
2012
     Year ended
December 31,
2011
 
 

Operating expenses

   $ 62       $ —        $ 14       $ 19   

Selling expenses

     158         —          36         3   

General and administrative expenses

     1,736         —          2,321         758   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total stock-based compensation

   $ 1,956       $ —        $ 2,371       $ 780   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

NOTE 13—COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Indemnification—Subject to certain limitations, the Company is obligated to indemnify its current and former directors, officers and employees with respect to certain litigation matters and investigations that arise in connection with their service to the Company. These obligations arise under the terms of its certificate of incorporation, its bylaws, applicable contracts, and Delaware and California law. The obligation to indemnify generally means that the Company is required to pay or reimburse the individuals’ reasonable legal expenses and possibly damages and other liabilities incurred in connection with these matters.

Legal—The Company is named from time to time as a party to lawsuits arising in the ordinary course of business related to its sales, marketing, the provision of its services and equipment claims. Actions filed against the Company include commercial, intellectual property, customer, and labor and employment related claims, including complaints of alleged wrongful termination and potential class action lawsuits regarding alleged violations of federal and state wage and hour and other laws. In general, litigation can be expensive and disruptive to normal business operations. Moreover, the results of legal proceedings are difficult to predict, and the costs incurred in litigation can be substantial. The Company believes the amounts provided in its financial statements are adequate in light of the probable and estimated liabilities. Factors that the Company considers in the determination of the likelihood of a loss and the estimate of the range of that loss in respect of legal matters include the merits of a particular matter, the nature of the matter, the length of time the matter has been pending, the procedural posture of the matter, how the Company intends to defend the matter, the likelihood of settling the matter and the anticipated range of a possible settlement. Because such matters are subject to many uncertainties, the ultimate outcomes are not predictable and there can be no assurances that the actual amounts required to satisfy alleged liabilities from the matters described above will not exceed the amounts reflected in the Company’s financial statements or that the matters will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations, financial condition or cash flows.

The Company regularly reviews outstanding legal claims and actions to determine if reserves for expected negative outcomes of such claims and actions are necessary. The Company had reserves for all such matters of approximately $7.6 million and $9.3 million as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. In conjunction with one of the settlements, the Company is obligated to pay certain future royalties, based on sales of future products.

Operating Leases—The Company leases office, warehouse space, certain equipment, software and an aircraft under operating leases with related and unrelated parties expiring in various years through 2028. The leases require the Company to pay additional rent for increases in operating expenses and real estate taxes and contain renewal options. The Company entered into a lease agreement for its corporate headquarters in 2009. In July 2012, the Company entered into a lease for additional office space for an initial lease term of 15 years. In August 2014, the Company entered into a lease for additional office space for an initial lease term of 11 years.

Total rent expense for operating leases was approximately $7.2 million and $4.1 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.

Capital Leases—The Company also leases certain equipment under capital leases with expiration dates through August 2016. On an ongoing basis, the Company enters into vehicle lease agreements under a Fleet Lease Agreement. The lease agreements are typically 36 month leases for each vehicle and the average remaining life for the fleet is 27 months as of September 30, 2014. As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the capital lease obligation balance was $13.3 million and $10.5 million, respectively.

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

NOTE 14—COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Indemnification—Subject to certain limitations, the Company is obligated to indemnify its current and former directors, officers and employees with respect to certain litigation matters and investigations that arise in connection with their service to the Company. These obligations arise under the terms of its certificate of incorporation, its bylaws, applicable contracts, and Delaware and California law. The obligation to indemnify generally means that the Company is required to pay or reimburse the individuals’ reasonable legal expenses and possibly damages and other liabilities incurred in connection with these matters.

Legal—The Company is named from time to time as a party to lawsuits. Actions filed against the Company include commercial, intellectual property, customer, and labor and employment related claims, including complaints of alleged wrongful termination and potential class action lawsuits regarding alleged violations of federal and state wage and hour and other laws. In general, litigation can be expensive and disruptive to normal business operations. Moreover, the results of legal proceedings are difficult to predict, and the costs incurred in litigation can be substantial. The Company believes the amounts provided in its financial statements are adequate in light of the probable and estimated liabilities. Factors that the Company considers in the determination of the likelihood of a loss and the estimate of the range of that loss in respect of legal matters include the merits of a particular matter, the nature of the litigation, the length of time the matter has been pending, the procedural posture of the matter, whether the Company intends to defend the matter, the likelihood of settling for an insignificant amount and the likelihood of the plaintiff accepting an amount in this range. Because such matters are subject to many uncertainties, the ultimate outcomes are not predictable and there can be no assurances that the actual amounts required to satisfy alleged liabilities from the matters described above will not exceed the amounts reflected in the Company’s financial statements or that the matters will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations, financial condition or cash flows.

The Company is party to claims, legal actions and complaints arising in the ordinary course of business related to its sales, marketing, the provision of its services and equipment claims. The Company regularly reviews outstanding legal claims and actions to determine if reserves for expected negative outcomes of such claims and actions are necessary. The Company had reserves for all such matters of approximately $9,263,000 and $2,527,000 as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. In conjunction with one of the settlements, the Company is obligated to pay certain future royalties, based on sales of future products.

Operating Leases—The Company leases office, warehouse space and an aircraft under operating leases with related and unrelated parties expiring in various years through 2028. The leases require the Company to pay additional rentals for increases in operating expenses and real estate taxes and contain renewal options. The Company entered into a lease agreement for its corporate headquarters in 2009 that provided for a leasehold allowance of approximately $4,382,000 to be paid by the property developer on behalf of the Company. During the year ended December 31, 2012, the Company deferred and amortized this amount as a credit to rent expense based on the applicable lease terms. In connection with the Transactions, this balance was reduced to zero, which represented the estimated fair value as of that date. In July 2012, the Company entered into a lease for additional office space for an initial lease term of 15 years, commencing July 2013.

In December 2012, the Company entered into an aircraft lease agreement for the use of a corporate aircraft. Beginning January 2013, the Company is required to make 156 monthly rental payments of $83,000 each, with the option to extend the lease for an additional 36 months upon expiration of the initial term. The lease agreement provides for the option to purchase the aircraft on certain specified dates for a stated dollar amount, which represents the current estimated fair value as of the purchase date.

The Company also leases certain equipment and software under operating and capital leases with expiration dates through August 2016. The Company entered into a Fleet Lease Agreement during 2010 and leased 315 and 223 vehicles during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The lease agreements are typically between 36 and 48 month leases for each vehicle and the average remaining life for the fleet is 25 months as of December 31, 2013. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, the capital lease obligation balance was $10,467,000 and $8,769,000, respectively.

Total rent expense for operating leases was approximately $6,147,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013, $657,000, for the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, $4,609,000 for the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and $5,079,000 for the year ended December 31, 2011.

As of December 31, 2013, future minimum lease payments were as follows (in thousands):

 

     Operating      Capital     Total  

2014

   $ 8,241       $ 4,980      $ 13,221   

2015

     8,975         2,801        11,776   

2016

     9,794         1,987        11,781   

2017

     9,889         1,863        11,752   

2018

     9,825         —          9,825   

Thereafter

     70,045         —          70,045   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 
     116,769         11,631        128,400   

Amounts representing interest

     —           (1,164     (1,164
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total lease payments

   $ 116,769       $ 10,467      $ 127,236   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 
Related Party Transactions
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transactions

NOTE 14—RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Long-term investments and other assets, includes amounts due for non-interest bearing advances made to employees that are expected to be repaid in excess of one year. Amounts due from related parties as of both September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, amounted to approximately $0.3 million. As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, this amount was fully reserved.

Prepaid expenses and other current assets at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 included a receivable for $25,000 and $0.3 million, respectively, from certain members of management in regards to their personal use of the corporate jet.

The Company incurred additional expenses of $1.7 million and $0.6 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, for other related-party transactions including contributions to the charitable organization Vivint Gives Back, legal fees, and services. Accrued expenses and other current liabilities at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, included a payable to Vivint Gives Back for $0.2 million and $1.1 million, respectively. In addition, transactions with Solar, as described in Note 4, are considered to be related-party transactions.

On November 16, 2012, the Company entered into a support and services agreement with Blackstone Management Partners L.L.C. (“BMP”), an affiliate of Blackstone. Under the support and services agreement, the Company engaged BMP to provide monitoring, advisory and consulting services on an ongoing basis. In consideration for these services, the Company agreed to pay an annual monitoring fee equal to the greater of (i) a minimum base fee of $2.7 million subject to adjustments if the Company engages in a business combination or disposition that is deemed significant and (ii) the amount of the monitoring fee paid in respect of the immediately preceding fiscal year, without regard to any post-fiscal year “true-up” adjustments as determined by the agreement. The Company incurred expenses of approximately $2.4 million and $3.5 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.

Under the support and services agreement, the Company also engaged BMP to arrange for Blackstone’s portfolio operations group to provide support services customarily provided by Blackstone’s portfolio operations group to Blackstone’s private equity portfolio companies of a type and amount determined by such portfolio services group to be warranted and appropriate. BMP will invoice the Company for such services based on the time spent by the relevant personnel providing such services during the applicable period but in no event shall the Company be obligated to pay more than $1.5 million during any calendar year.

On September 3, 2014, APX Group, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, paid a dividend in the amount of $50.0 million to its stockholders.

Transactions involving related parties cannot be presumed to be carried out at an arm’s-length basis.

Related Party Transactions

NOTE 15—RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

During 2009, the Company acquired certain customer lead generation know-how and technology from a company owned by a stockholder and agreed to pay the seller monthly amounts ranging from $40,000 to $50,000 through January 2013. During the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012, the Company paid $525,000, of which $120,000 was paid as part of the Merger and completely satisfied the obligation, under this agreement.

Long-term investments and other assets, includes amounts due for non-interest bearing advances made to employees that are expected to be repaid in excess of one year. Amounts due from related parties as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, amounted to approximately $341,000. As of December 31, 2013, this amount was fully reserved.

The Company recognized revenue of approximately $6,629,000 and $9,852,000 for providing monitoring services for contracts owned by stockholders and employees of the Company during the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2011, respectively.

 

The Company incurred expenses of approximately $31,000, $1,441,000 and $1,344,000 for use of a corporate jet owned partially by stockholders of the Company during the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2011, respectively. The stockholders of the Company sold their share of the corporate jet during the first quarter of fiscal year 2013 and as such, no related-party expenses were incurred during the year ended December 31, 2013. In addition, prepaid expenses and other current assets at December 31, 2013, included a receivable for $334,000 from certain members of management in regards to their personal use of the corporate jet.

The Company incurred additional expenses during the year ended December 31, 2013, the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012, and the year ended December 31, 2011 of approximately $3,051,000, $57,000, $1,222,000 and $2,382,000, respectively, for other related-party transactions including contributions to Vivint Gives Back, the Vivint Family Foundation, legal fees, and purchase of tools and supplies. In addition, Accrued expenses and other current liabilities at December 31, 2013 and 2012, included a payable to Vivint Gives Back for $1,146,000 and $173,000, respectively.

Prepaid expenses and other current assets at December 31, 2012, included a receivable for $9,200,000 owed by a member of management of the Company related to the Merger. This obligation was satisfied by this individual during the year ended December 31, 2013.

In connection with the Merger, the Company entered into a support and services agreement with Blackstone Management Partners L.L.C. (“BMP”), an affiliate of Blackstone. Under the support and services agreement, the Company paid BMP, at the closing of the Merger, an approximately $20,000,000 transaction fee as consideration for BMP undertaking due diligence investigations and financial and structural analysis and providing corporate strategy and other advice and negotiation assistance in connection with the Merger. In addition, the Company has agreed to reimburse BMP for any out-of-pocket expenses incurred by BMP and its affiliates and to indemnify BMP and its affiliates and related parties, in each case, in connection with the Transactions and the provision of services under the support and services agreement.

In addition, under the agreement with BMP, the Company engaged BMP to provide monitoring, advisory and consulting services on an ongoing basis. In consideration for these services, the Company agreed to pay an annual monitoring fee equal to the greater of (i) a minimum base fee of $2,700,000 subject to adjustments if the Company engages in a business combination or disposition that is deemed significant and (ii) the amount of the monitoring fee paid in respect of the immediately preceding fiscal year, without regard to any post-fiscal year “true-up” adjustments as determined by the agreement. The Company incurred expenses of approximately $2,918,000 related to this agreement during the year ended December 31, 2013.

Under the support and services agreement, the Company also engaged BMP to arrange for Blackstone’s portfolio operations group to provide support services customarily provided by Blackstone’s portfolio operations group to Blackstone’s private equity portfolio companies of a type and amount determined by such portfolio services group to be warranted and appropriate. BMP will invoice the Company for such services based on the time spent by the relevant personnel providing such services during the applicable period but in no event shall the Surviving Company be obligated to pay more than $1,500,000 during any calendar year.

In connection with the issuance of the $450,000,000 senior unsecured notes during the year ended December 31, 2013, Blackstone Advisory Partners L.P. participated as one of the initial purchasers of the senior unsecured notes and received approximately $425,000 in fees at the time of closing.

Transactions involving related parties cannot be presumed to be carried out at an arm’s-length basis.

SEGMENT REPORTING
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
SEGMENT REPORTING

NOTE 15—SEGMENT REPORTING

Prior to the 2GIG Sale on April 1, 2013, the Company conducted business through two operating segments, Vivint and 2GIG. These segments were managed and evaluated separately by management due to the differences in their products and services. The primary source of revenue for the Vivint segment is generated through monitoring services provided to subscribers, in accordance with their subscriber contracts. The primary source of revenue for the 2GIG segment was through the sale of electronic security and automation systems to security dealers and distributors, including Vivint. Fees and expenses charged by 2GIG to Vivint, related to intercompany purchases, were eliminated in consolidation.

For the nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company conducted business through one operating segment, Vivint. The following table presents a summary of revenue, costs and expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and assets as of September 30, 2013 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG      Eliminations     Consolidated Total  

Revenues

   $ 350,690      $ 60,220       $ (42,713   $ 368,197   

All other costs and expenses

     389,321        52,200         (32,914     408,607   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from operations

   $ (38,631   $ 8,020       $ (9,799   $ (40,410
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Intangible assets, including goodwill

   $ 1,720,152      $ —         $ —        $ 1,720,152   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 2,291,541      $ —         $ —        $ 2,291,541   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 
SEGMENT REPORTING

NOTE 16—SEGMENT REPORTING AND BUSINESS CONCENTRATIONS

Prior to the date of the 2GIG Sale, the Company conducted business through two operating segments, Vivint and 2GIG. These segments were managed and evaluated separately by management due to the differences in their products and services. Prior to the Merger, the Vivint segment included the Solar business, which was immaterial to the Company’s overall operating results, because the nature of the Vivint and Solar businesses are similar in that both businesses incur significant up-front costs to generate new residential subscribers and realize ongoing subscription revenue from services provided under long term contracts.

The primary source of revenue for the Vivint segment is generated through monitoring services provided to subscribers, in accordance with their subscriber contracts. The primary source of revenue for the 2GIG segment was through the sale of electronic security and automation systems to security dealers and distributors, including Vivint. Fees and expenses charged by 2GIG to Vivint, related to intercompany purchases, were eliminated in consolidation.

The following table presents a summary of revenue, costs and expenses and assets as of December 31, 2013 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG      Eliminations     Consolidated
Total
 

Revenues

   $ 483,401      $ 60,220       $ (42,713   $ 500,908   

All other costs and expenses

     536,502        52,200         (32,914     555,788   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from operations

   $ (53,101   $ 8,020       $ (9,799   $ (54,880
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Intangible assets, including goodwill

   $ 1,677,032      $ —         $ —        $ 1,677,032   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 2,424,434      $ —         $ —        $ 2,424,434   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table presents a summary of revenue, costs and expenses and assets as of December 31, 2012 and for the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG     Eliminations     Consolidated
Total
 

Revenues

   $ 50,791      $ 12,372      $ (5,557   $ 57,606   

Transaction related costs

     28,118        3,767        —          31,885   

All other costs and expenses

     46,241        12,712        (5,039     53,914   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

   $ (23,568   $ (4,107   $ (518   $ (28,193
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Intangible assets, including goodwill

   $ 1,840,065      $ 85,933      $ 3,663      $ 1,929,661   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 2,050,529      $ 115,881      $ (11,062   $ 2,155,348   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table presents a summary of revenue and costs and expenses for the Predecessor Period from January 1, 2012 through November 16, 2012 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG      Eliminations     Consolidated
Total
 

Revenues

   $ 346,270      $ 112,136       $ (60,836   $ 397,570   

Transaction related costs

     22,219        1,242         —          23,461   

All other costs and expenses

     365,300        104,276         (52,474     417,102   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from operations

   $ (41,249   $ 6,618       $ (8,362   $ (42,993
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table presents a summary of revenue, costs and expenses for the year ended December 31, 2011 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint      2GIG      Eliminations     Consolidated
Total
 

Revenues

   $ 312,422       $ 129,265       $ (101,739   $ 339,948   

All other costs and expenses

     267,973         121,967         (89,006     300,934   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Income from operations

   $ 44,449       $ 7,298       $ (12,733   $ 39,014   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

The Company primarily operates in three geographic regions: United States, Canada and New Zealand. The operations in New Zealand are considered immaterial and reported in conjunction with the United States. Revenues and long-lived assets by geographic region as of and for the year ended December 31, 2013, the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012, the Predecessor Period from January 1, 2012 through November 16, 2012, and for the year ended December 31, 2011, were as follows (in thousands):

 

     United States      Canada      Total  

As of and for

        

Successor Year ended December 31, 2013

        

Revenue from external customers

   $ 474,344       $ 26,564       $ 500,908   

Property and equipment, net

     35,220         598         35,818   

Successor Period from November 17 through December 31, 2012

        

Revenue from external customers

   $ 52,196       $ 5,410       $ 57,606   

Property and equipment, net

     29,415         791         30,206   

Predecessor Period from January 1, through November 16, 2012

        

Revenue from external customers

   $ 363,875       $ 33,695       $ 397,570   

Predecessor Year ended December 31, 2011

        

Revenue from external customers

   $ 312,626       $ 27,322       $ 339,948   

Property and equipment, net

     26,402         38         26,440   
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN

NOTE 16—EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS

Beginning March 1, 2010, Vivint and 2GIG offered eligible employees the opportunity to defer a percentage of their earned income into company-sponsored 401(k) plans. 2GIG made matching contributions to the plan in the amount of $36,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. No matching contributions were made to the plans for the nine months ended September 30, 2014.

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN

NOTE 17—EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN

Beginning March 1, 2010, Vivint and 2GIG offered eligible employees the opportunity to defer a percentage of their earned income into company-sponsored 401(k) plans. 2GIG made matching contributions to the plan in the amount of $36,000, $25,000 and $79,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013, the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012 and the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012, respectively. There were no matching contributions for the year ended December 31, 2011.

GUARANTOR AND NON-GUARANTOR SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
GUARANTOR AND NON-GUARANTOR SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION

NOTE 17—GUARANTOR AND NON-GUARANTOR SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION

The Senior Secured Notes due 2019 and the Senior Notes due 2020 were issued by APX. The Senior Secured Notes due 2019 and the Senior Notes due 2020 are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally by APX Group Holdings, Inc. (“Parent Guarantor”) and each of APX’s existing and future material wholly-owned U.S. restricted subsidiaries. APX’s existing and future foreign subsidiaries are not expected to guarantee the Notes.

Presented below is the condensed consolidating financial information of APX, subsidiaries of APX that are guarantors (the “Guarantor Subsidiaries”), and APX’s subsidiaries that are not guarantors (the “Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries”) as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 and for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. The unaudited condensed consolidating financial information reflects the investments of APX in the Guarantor Subsidiaries and the Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries using the equity method of accounting.

 

Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet

September 30, 2014

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Parent      APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
     Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
     Eliminations     Consolidated  

Assets

               

Current assets

   $ —         $ 29,821      $ 172,094       $ 31,551       $ (40,142   $ 193,324   

Property and equipment, net

     —           —          51,283         594         —          51,877   

Subscriber acquisition costs, net

     —           —          483,723         47,257         —          530,980   

Deferred financing costs, net

     —           54,602        —           —           —          54,602   

Investment in subsidiaries

     261,597         2,087,261        —           —           (2,348,858     —     

Intercompany receivable

     —           —          59,324         —           (59,324     —     

Intangible assets, net

     —           —          677,141         63,105         —          740,246   

Goodwill

     —           —          811,947         30,718         —          842,665   

Restricted cash

     —           —          14,214         —           —          14,214   

Long-term investments and other assets

     —           —          9,858         16         —          9,874   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

   $ 261,597       $ 2,171,684      $ 2,279,584       $ 173,241       $ (2,448,324   $ 2,437,782   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

               

Current liabilities

   $ —         $ 46,781      $ 193,642       $ 52,231       $ (40,142   $ 252,512   

Intercompany payable

     —           —          —           59,324         (59,324     —     

Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion

     —           1,863,413        —           —           —          1,863,413   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

     —           —          8,950         11         —          8,961   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

     —           —          29,149         3,145         —          32,294   

Other long-term obligations

     —           —          8,742         379         —          9,121   

Deferred income tax liability

     —           (107     1,396         8,595         —          9,884   

Total equity

     261,597         261,597        2,037,705         49,556         (2,348,858     261,597   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

   $ 261,597       $ 2,171,684      $ 2,279,584       $ 173,241       $ (2,448,324   $ 2,437,782   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet

December 31, 2013

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Parent      APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
     Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
     Eliminations     Consolidated  

Assets

               

Current assets

   $ —         $ 249,209      $ 89,768       $ 7,163       $ (24,137   $ 322,003   

Property and equipment, net

     —           —          35,218         600         —          35,818   

Subscriber acquisition costs, net

     —           —          262,064         26,252         —          288,316   

Deferred financing costs, net

     —           59,375        —           —           —          59,375   

Investment in subsidiaries

     490,243         1,953,465        —           —           (2,443,708     —     

Intercompany receivable

     —           —          44,658         —           (44,658     —     

Intangible assets, net

     —           —          764,296         76,418         —          840,714   

Goodwill

     —           —          804,041         32,277         —          836,318   

Restricted cash

     —           —          14,214         —           —          14,214   

Long-term investments and other assets

     —           (302     27,954         24         —          27,676   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

   $ 490,243       $ 2,261,747      $ 2,042,213       $ 142,734       $ (2,512,503   $ 2,424,434   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 
               

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

               

Current liabilities

   $ —         $ 9,561      $ 117,544       $ 31,254       $ (24,137   $ 134,222   

Intercompany payable

     —           —          —           44,658         (44,658     —     

Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion

     —           1,762,049        —           —           —          1,762,049   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

     —           —          6,268         —           —          6,268   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

     —           —          16,676         1,857         —          18,533   

Other long-term obligations

     —           —          3,559         346         —          3,905   

Deferred income tax liability

     —           (106     289         9,031         —          9,214   

Total equity

     490,243         490,243        1,897,877         55,588         (2,443,708     490,243   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

   $ 490,243       $ 2,261,747      $ 2,042,213       $ 142,734       $ (2,512,503   $ 2,424,434   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

    Parent     APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

  $ —        $ —        $ 387,985      $ 25,623      $ (2,360   $ 411,248   

Costs and expenses

    —          —          450,099        28,582        (2,360     476,321   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

    —          —          (62,114     (2,959     —          (65,073

Loss from subsidiaries

    (173,015     (64,774     —          —          237,789        —     

Other income (expense), net

    50,000        (108,207     (24     (30     (50,000     (108,261
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss before income tax expenses

    (123,015     (172,981     (62,138     (2,989     187,789        (173,334

Income tax expense

    —          34        (809     456        —          (319
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

  $ (123,015   $ (173,015   $ (61,329   $ (3,445   $ 187,789      $ (173,015
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive income, net of tax effects:

           

Net loss

  $ (123,015   $ (173,015   $ (61,329   $ (3,445   $ 187,789      $ (173,015

Foreign currency translation adjustment

    —          (6,994     (4,408     (2,586     6,994        (6,994
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive loss

    —          (6,994     (4,408     (2,586     6,994        (6,994
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

  $ (123,015   $ (180,009   $ (65,737   $ (6,031   $ 194,783      $ (180,009
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

    Parent     APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

  $ —        $ —        $ 350,358      $ 20,103      $ (2,264   $ 368,197   

Costs and expenses

    —          —          387,796        23,075        (2,264     408,607   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

    —          —          (37,438     (2,972     —          (40,410

Loss from subsidiaries

    (87,341     (51,671     —          —          139,012        —     

Other expense, net

    60,000        (35,670     405        (68     (60,000     (35,333
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss before income tax expenses

    (27,341     (87,341     (37,033     (3,040     79,012        (75,743

Income tax expense (benefit)

    —          —          12,447        (849     —          11,598   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

  $ (27,341   $ (87,341   $ (49,480   $ (2,191   $ 79,012      $ (87,341
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive loss, net of tax effects:

           

Net loss

  $ (27,341   $ (87,341   $ (49,480   $ (2,191   $ 79,012      $ (87,341

Foreign currency translation adjustment

    —          (3,981     (1,959     (2,022     3,981        (3,981
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive loss

    —          (3,981     (1,959     (2,022     3,981        (3,981
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

  $ (27,341   $ (91,322   $ (51,439   $ (4,213   $ 82,993      $ (91,322
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Parent     APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

            

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

   $ 50,000      $ (1,725   $ 56,833      $ 36,548      $ (50,000   $ 91,656   

Cash flows from investing activities:

            

Subscriber contract costs

     —          —          (258,407     (26,505     —          (284,912

Capital expenditures

     —          —          (19,668     (188     —          (19,856

Investment in subsidiary

     —          (266,649     —          —          266,649        —     

Acquisition of intangible assets

     —          —          (6,421     —          —          (6,421

Net cash used in acquisition

     —          —          (18,500     —          —          (18,500

Investment in marketable securities

     —          (60,000     —          —          —          (60,000

Proceeds from marketable securities

     —          60,069        —          —          —          60,069   

Investment in convertible note

     —          —          (3,000     —          —          (3,000

Other assets

     —          —          (99     7        —          (92
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

     —          (266,580     (306,095     (26,686     266,649        (332,712

Cash flows from financing activities:

            

Proceeds from issuance of notes

     —          102,000        —          —          —          102,000   

Intercompany receivable

     —          —          (14,666     —          14,666        —     

Intercompany payable

     —          —          266,649        14,666        (281,315     —     

Proceeds from contract sales

     —          —          2,261        —          —          2,261   

Change in restricted cash

     —          —          161        —          —          161   

Repayments of capital lease obligations

     —          —          (4,526     (2     —          (4,528

Deferred financing costs

     —          (2,782     —          —          —          (2,782

Payment of dividends

     (50,000     (50,000     —          —          50,000        (50,000
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

     (50,000     49,218        249,879        14,664        (216,649     47,112   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

     —          —          —          (775     —          (775
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net (decrease) increase in cash

     —          (219,087     617        23,751        —          (194,719

Cash:

            

Beginning of period

     —          248,908        8,291        4,706        —          261,905   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

   $ —        $ 29,821      $ 8,908      $ 28,457      $ —        $ 67,186   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Parent     APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

            

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

   $ 60,000      $ (115   $ 105,177      $ 34,609      $ (60,000   $ 139,671   

Cash flows from investing activities:

            

Subscriber contract costs

     —          —          (240,678     (26,554     —          (267,232

Capital expenditures

     —          —          (5,764     (24     —          (5,788

Proceeds from the sale of subsidiary

     —          144,750        —          —          —          144,750   

Investment in subsidiary

     —          (178,077     —          —          178,077        —     

Proceeds from the sale of capital assets

     —          —          9        —          —          9   

Net cash used in acquisition

     —          —          (4,272     —          —          (4,272

Other assets

     —          —          (8,192     3        —          (8,189
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

     —          (33,327     (258,897     (26,575     178,077        (140,722

Cash flows from financing activities:

            

Proceeds from note payable

     —          203,500        —          —          —          203,500   

Intercompany receivable

     —          —          (9,451     —          9,451        —     

Intercompany payable

     —          —          178,077        9,451        (187,528     —     

Repayments of revolving line of credit

     —          (50,500     —          —          —          (50,500

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

     —          22,500        —          —          —          22,500   

Repayments of capital lease obligations

     —          —          (5,208     —          —          (5,208

Deferred financing costs

       (5,429     —          —          —          (5,429

Payment of dividends

     (60,000     (60,000     —          —          60,000        (60,000
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

     (60,000     110,071        163,418        9,451        (118,077     104,863   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

     —          —          —          (169     —          (169
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase in cash

     —          76,629        9,698        17,316        —          103,643   

Cash:

            

Beginning of period

     —          399        4,188        3,503        —          8,090   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

   $ —        $ 77,028      $ 13,886      $ 20,819      $ —        $ 111,733   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 
GUARANTOR AND NON-GUARANTOR SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION

NOTE 18—GUARANTOR AND NON-GUARANTOR SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION

The Senior Secured Notes due 2019 and the Senior Notes due 2020 were issued by APX. The Senior Secured Notes due 2019 and the Senior Notes due 2020 are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally by APX Group Holdings, Inc. (“Parent Guarantor”) and each of APX’s existing and future material wholly-owned U.S. restricted subsidiaries. APX’s existing and future foreign subsidiaries are not expected to guarantee the Notes.

Presented below is the condensed consolidating financial information of APX, subsidiaries of APX that are guarantors (the “Guarantor Subsidiaries”), and APX’s subsidiaries that are not guarantors (the “Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries”) as of and for the year ended December 31, 2013 and the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2011. The condensed consolidating financial information reflects the investments of Holdings in the Guarantor Subsidiaries and the Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries using the equity method of accounting.

 

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet

December 31, 2013 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Assets

           

Current assets

  $ —        $ 249,209      $ 89,768      $ 7,163      $ (24,137   $ 322,003   

Property and equipment, net

    —          —          35,218        600        —          35,818   

Subscriber acquisition costs, net

    —          —          262,064        26,252        —          288,316   

Deferred financing costs, net

    —          59,375        —          —          —          59,375   

Investment in subsidiaries

    490,243        1,953,465        —          —          (2,443,708     —     

Intercompany receivable

    —          —          44,658        —          (44,658     —     

Intangible assets, net

    —          —          764,296        76,418        —          840,714   

Goodwill

    —          —          804,041        32,277        —          836,318   

Restricted cash

    —          —          14,214        —          —          14,214   

Long-term investments and other assets

    —          (302     27,954        24        —          27,676   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

  $ 490,243      $ 2,261,747      $ 2,042,213      $ 142,734      $ (2,512,503   $ 2,424,434   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

           

Current liabilities

  $ —        $ 9,561      $ 117,544      $ 31,254      $ (24,137   $ 134,222   

Intercompany payable

    —          —          —          44,658        (44,658     —     

Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion

    —          1,762,049        —          —          —          1,762,049   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

    —          —          6,268        —          —          6,268   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

    —          —          16,676        1,857        —          18,533   

Other long-term obligations

    —          —          3,559        346        —          3,905   

Deferred income tax liability

    —          (106     289        9,031        —          9,214   

Total equity

    490,243        490,243        1,897,877        55,588        (2,443,708     490,243   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

  $ 490,243      $ 2,261,747      $ 2,042,213      $ 142,734      $ (2,512,503   $ 2,424,434   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet

December 31, 2012 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Assets

           

Current assets

  $ —        $ 220      $ 79,469      $ 6,511      $ (10,927   $ 75,273   

Property and equipment, net

    —          —          29,415        791        —          30,206   

Subscriber acquisition costs, net

    —          —          11,518        1,235        —          12,753   

Deferred financing costs, net

    —          57,322        —          —          —          57,322   

Investment in subsidiaries

    679,279        1,966,582        —          —          (2,645,861     —     

Intercompany receivable

    —          —          51,754        —          (51,754     —     

Intangible assets, net

    —          —          955,291        97,728        —          1,053,019   

Goodwill

    —          —          842,136        34,506        —          876,642   

Restricted cash

    —          —          28,428        —          —          28,428   

Long-term investments and other assets

    —          —          21,676        29        —          21,705   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

  $ 679,279      $ 2,024,124      $ 2,019,687      $ 140,800      $ (2,708,542   $ 2,155,348   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

           

Current liabilities

  $ —        $ 11,845      $ 91,311      $ 15,878      $ (10,927   $ 108,107   

Intercompany payable

    —          —          —          51,754        (51,754     —     

Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion

    —          1,333,000        —          —          —          1,333,000   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

    —          —          4,768        —          —          4,768   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

    —          —          659        49        —          708   

Other long-term obligations

    —          —          2,096        161        —          2,257   

Deferred income tax liability

    —          —          16,519        10,710        —          27,229   

Total equity

    679,279        679,279        1,904,334        62,248        (2,645,861     679,279   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

  $ 679,279      $ 2,024,124      $ 2,019,687      $ 140,800      $ (2,708,542   $ 2,155,348   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Year Ended December 31, 2013 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

  $ —        $ —        $ 476,168      $ 27,790      $ (3,050   $ 500,908   

Costs and expenses

    —          —          527,403        31,435        (3,050     555,788   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

    —          —          (51,235     (3,645     —          (54,880

Loss from subsidiaries

    (124,513     (57,752     —          —          182,265        —     

Other income (expense), net

    60,000        (66,867     906        (80     (60,000     (66,041
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss before income tax expenses

    (64,513     (124,619     (50,329     (3,725     122,265        (120,921

Income tax expense (benefit)

    —          (106     4,853        (1,155     —          3,592   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

  $ (64,513   $ (124,513   $ (55,182   $ (2,570   $ 122,265      $ (124,513
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive loss, net of tax effects:

           

Net loss

  $ (64,513   $ (124,513   $ (55,182   $ (2,570   $ 122,265      $ (124,513

Foreign currency translation adjustment

    —          (8,558     (4,641     (3,917     8,558        (8,558
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive loss

    —          (8,558     (4,641     (3,917     8,558        (8,558
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

  $ (64,513   $ (133,071   $ (59,823   $ (6,487   $ 130,823      $ (133,071
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Period From November 17, 2012 to December 31, 2012 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

     Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

   $ —        $ —        $ 54,251      $ 3,412      $ (57   $ 57,606   

Costs and expenses

     —          —          83,477        2,379        (57     85,799   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from operations

     —          —          (29,226     1,033        —          (28,193

(Loss) income from subsidiaries

     (30,102     (17,549     —          —          47,651        —     

Other income (expense)

     —          (12,553     (256     (3     —          (12,812
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from continuing operations before income tax expenses

     (30,102     (30,102     (29,482     1,030        47,651        (41,005

Income tax (benefit) expense

     —          —          (11,193     290        —          (10,903
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net (loss) income

   $ (30,102   $ (30,102   $ (18,289   $ 740      $ 47,651      $ (30,102
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive (loss) income net of tax effects:

            

Net (loss) income before non-controlling interests

   $ (30,102   $ (30,102   $ (18,289   $ 740      $ 47,651      $ (30,102

Foreign currency translation adjustment

     —          928        444        484        (928     928   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive (loss) income

   $ (30,102   $ (29,174   $ (17,845   $ 1,224      $ 46,723      $ (29,174
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Period From January 1, 2012 to November 16, 2012 (Predecessor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

  $ —       $ —       $ 375,502      $ 23,431      $ (1,363   $ 397,570   

Costs and expenses

    —         —         413,378        28,548        (1,363     440,563   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

    —         —         (37,876     (5,117     —         (42,993

Loss from subsidiaries

    —         (153,517     —         —         153,517        —    

Other expense

    —         —         (103,830     (2,851     —         (106,681
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from continuing operations before income tax expenses

    —         (153,517     (141,706     (7,968     153,517        (149,674

Income tax expense

    —         —         3,500        1,423        —         4,923   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from continuing operations

    —         (153,517     (145,206     (9,391     153,517        (154,597

Loss from discontinued operations

    —         —         (239     —         —         (239
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss before non-controlling interests

    —         (153,517     (145,445     (9,391     153,517        (154,836

Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests

    —         —         6,781        (8,100     —         (1,319
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

  $ —       $ (153,517   $ (152,226   $ (1,291   $ 153,517      $ (153,517
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax effects:

           

Net income before non-controlling interests

  $ —       $ (153,517   $ (145,445   $ (9,391   $ 153,517      $ (154,836

Change in fair value of interest rate swap agreement

    —         318        318        —         (318     318   

Foreign currency translation adjustment

    —         708        708        —         (708     708   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive income

    —         1,026        1,026        —         (1,026     1,026   

Comprehensive loss before non-controlling interests

    —         (152,491     (144,419     (9,391     152,491        (153,810

Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests

    —         —         6,781        (8,100     —         (1,319
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

  $ —       $ (152,491   $ (151,200   $ (1,291   $ 152,491      $ (152,491
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Year Ended December 31, 2011 (Predecessor)

(In thousands)

 

     Parent      APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

   $ —        $ —       $ 350,572      $ (956   $ (9,668   $ 339,948   

Costs and expenses

     —          —         295,854        14,748        (9,668     300,934   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Income (loss) from operations

     —          —         54,718        (15,704     —         39,014   

Loss from subsidiaries

     —          (68,546     —         —         68,546        —    

Other expense

     —          —         (97,993     (4,248     —         (102,241
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from continuing operations before income tax expenses

     —          (68,546     (43,275     (19,952     68,546        (63,227

Income tax expense (benefit)

     —          —         719        (4,458     —         (3,739
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from continuing operations

     —          (68,546     (43,994     (15,494     68,546        (59,488

Loss from discontinued operations

     —          —         (2,917     —         —         (2,917
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss before non-controlling interests

     —          (68,546     (46,911     (15,494     68,546        (62,405

Net income attributable to non-controlling interests

     —          —         6,769        345        (973     6,141   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

   $ —        $ (68,546   $ (53,680   $ (15,839   $ 69,519      $ (68,546
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax effects:

             

Net loss before non-controlling interests

   $ —        $ (68,546   $ (46,911   $ (15,494   $ 68,546      $ (62,405

Change in fair value of interest rate swap agreement

     —          563        563        —         (563     563   

Foreign currency translation adjustment

     —          (1,734     (2,104     370        1,734        (1,734
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive (loss) income

     —          (1,171     (1,541     370        1,171        (1,171

Comprehensive loss before non-controlling interests

     —          (69,717     (48,452     (15,124     69,717        (63,576

Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interests

     —          —         6,769        345        (973     6,141   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

   $ —        $ (69,717   $ (55,221   $ (15,469   $ 70,690      $ (69,717
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Year ended December 31, 2013 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

           

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

  $ 60,000      $ (201   $ 43,219      $ 36,407      $ (60,000   $ 79,425   

Cash flows from investing activities:

           

Subscriber contract costs

    —          —          (270,707     (27,936     —          (298,643

Capital expenditures

    —          —          (8,620     (56     —          (8,676

Proceeds from the sale of subsidiary

    —          144,750        —          —          —          144,750   

Investment in subsidiary

    —          (254,394     —          —          254,394        —     

Proceeds from the sale of capital assets

    —          —          9        —          —          9   

Net cash used in acquisition

    —          —          (4,272     —          —          (4,272

Other assets

    —          —          (9,648     3        —          (9,645
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

    —          (109,644     (293,238     (27,989     254,394        (176,477

Cash flows from financing activities:

           

Proceeds from notes payable

    —          457,250        —          —          —          457,250   

Intercompany receivable

    —          —          7,096        —          (7,096     —     

Intercompany payable

    —          —          254,394        (7,096     (247,298     —     

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

    —          22,500        —          —          —          22,500   

Repayments on revolving line of credit

    —          (50,500     —          —          —          (50,500

Change in restricted cash

    —          —          (161     —          —          (161

Repayments of capital lease obligations

    —          —          (7,207     —          —          (7,207

Deferred financing costs

    —          (10,896     —          —          —          (10,896

Payment of dividends

    (60,000     (60,000     —          —          60,000        (60,000
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

    (60,000     358,354        254,122        (7,096     (194,394     350,986   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

    —          —          —          (119     —          (119
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase in cash

    —          248,509        4,103        1,203        —          253,815   

Cash:

           

Beginning of period

    —          399        4,188        3,503        —          8,090   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

  $ —        $ 248,908      $ 8,291      $ 4,706      $ —        $ 261,905   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Period From November 17, 2012 to December 31, 2012 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

           

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

  $ —       $ 399      $ (22,272   $ 326      $ (3,696   $ (25,243

Cash flows from investing activities:

           

Subscriber contract costs

    —         —         (11,683     (1,255     —         (12,938

Capital expenditures

    —         —         (1,333     (123     —         (1,456

Net cash used in acquisition of the predecessor including transaction costs, net of cash acquired

    —         (1,915,473     —         —         —         (1,915,473

Investment in subsidiary

    (708,453     (67,626     (3,696     —         779,775        —    

Other assets

    —         —         (19,587     —         —         (19,587
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

    (708,453     (1,983,099     (36,299     (1,378     779,775        (1,949,454

Cash flows from financing activities:

           

Proceeds from notes payable

    —         1,333,000        —         —         —         1,333,000   

Proceeds from the issuance of common stock in connection with acquisition of the predecessor

    708,453        708,453        —         —         (708,453     708,453   

Intercompany payable

    —         —         63,112        4,514        (67,626     —    

Repayments of capital lease obligations

    —         —         (353     —         —         (353

Deferred financing costs

    —         (58,354     —         —         —         (58,354
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by financing activities

    708,453        1,983,099        62,759        4,514        (776,079     1,982,746   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

    —         —         —         41        —         41   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase in cash

    —         399        4,188        3,503        —         8,090   

Cash:

           

Beginning of period

    —         —         —         —         —         —    
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

  $ —       $ 399      $ 4,188      $ 3,503      $ —       $ 8,090   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Period From January 1, 2012 to November 16, 2012 (Predecessor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

           

Net cash provided by operating activities

  $ —       $ —       $ 100,385      $ 43,330      $ (48,344   $ 95,371   

Cash flows from investing activities:

           

Subscriber contract costs

    —         —         (205,705     (58,026     —         (263,731

Capital expenditures

    —         —         (5,231     (663     —         (5,894

Proceeds from the sale of capital assets

    —         —         274        —         —         274   

Investment in subsidiary

    —         (4,562     —         —         4,562        —    

Other assets

    —         —         (725     (18     —         (743
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

    —         (4,562     (211,387     (58,707     4,562        (270,094

Cash flows from financing activities:

           

Proceeds from notes payable

    —         —         116,163        —         —         116,163   

Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock and warrants

    —         4,562        —         —         —         4,562   

Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock by Solar

    —         —         —         5,000        —         5,000   

Capital contributions-non-controlling interest

    —         —         —         9,193        —         9,193   

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

    —         —         101,000        4,000        —         105,000   

Intercompany receivable

    —         —         (46,036     —         46,036        —    

Intercompany payable

    —         —         —         2,254        (2,254     —    

Repayments on revolving line of credit

    —         —         (42,241     —         —         (42,241

Change in restricted cash

    —         —         —         (152     —         (152

Repayments of capital lease obligations

    —         —         (4,060     —         —         (4,060

Excess tax benefit from share-based payment awards

    —         —         2,651        —         —         2,651   

Deferred financing costs

    —         —         (5,720     (964     —         (6,684

Payments of dividends

    —         —         —         (80     —         (80
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by financing activities

    —         4,562        121,757        19,251        43,782        189,352   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

    —         —         —         (251     —         (251
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase in cash

    —         —         10,755        3,623        —         14,378   

Cash:

           

Beginning of period

    —         —         2,817        863        —         3,680   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

  $ —       $ —       $ 13,572      $ 4,486      $ —       $ 18,058   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Year Ended December 31, 2011 (Predecessor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

           

Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities

  $ —       $ —       $ (47,002   $ 13,962      $ (3,802   $ (36,842

Cash flows from investing activities:

           

Subscriber contract costs

    —         —         (178,824     (24,753     —         (203,577

Capital expenditures

    —         —         (6,516     (5     —         (6,521

Proceeds from the sale of capital assets

    —         —         185        —         —         185   

Investment in subsidiary

    —         (45,068       —         45,068        —    

Other assets

    —         —         2,315        (5     —         2,310   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

    —         (45,068     (182,840     (24,763     45,068        (207,603

Cash flows from financing activities:

           

Proceeds from notes payable

    —         —         187,500        5,000        (5,000     187,500   

Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock and warrants

    —         45,068        —         —         —         45,068   

Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock by Solar

    —         —         —         5,000        —         5,000   

Capital contributions- non- controlling interest

    —         —         —         224        —         224   

Intercompany payable

    —         —         36,266        —         (36,266     —    

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

    —         —         87,300        —         —         87,300   

Repayments on revolving line of credit

    —         —         (75,209     —         —         (75,209

Change in restricted cash

    —         —         —         (1,348     —         (1,348

Repayments of capital lease obligations

    —         —         (2,357     —         —         (2,357

Deferred financing costs

    —         —         (2,000     —         —         (2,000
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by financing activities

    —         45,068        231,500        8,876        (41,266     244,178   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

    —         —         —         247        —         247   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase (decrease) in cash

    —         —         1,658        (1,678     —         (20

Cash:

           

Beginning of period

    —         —         3,700        —         —         3,700   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

  $ —       $ —       $ 5,358      $ (1,678   $ —       $ 3,680   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

APX Group Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)

(In thousands)

 

     September 30,
2014
    December 31,
2013
 

ASSETS

    

Current Assets:

    

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ 67,186      $ 261,905   

Restricted cash and cash equivalents

     14,214        14,375   

Accounts receivable, net

     9,843        2,593   

Inventories, net

     61,273        29,260   

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

     40,808        13,870   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current assets

     193,324        322,003   

Property and equipment, net

     51,877        35,818   

Subscriber contract costs, net

     530,980        288,316   

Deferred financing costs, net

     54,602        59,375   

Intangible assets, net

     740,246        840,714   

Goodwill

     842,665        836,318   

Restricted cash and cash equivalents, net of current portion

     14,214        14,214   

Long-term investments and other assets, net

     9,874        27,676   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 2,437,782      $ 2,424,434   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

    

Current Liabilities:

    

Accounts payable

   $ 40,994      $ 24,004   

Accrued payroll and commissions

     103,535        46,007   

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

     67,318        33,118   

Deferred revenue

     36,356        26,894   

Current portion of capital lease obligations

     4,309        4,199   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current liabilities

     252,512        134,222   

Notes payable, net

     1,863,413        1,762,049   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

     8,961        6,268   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

     32,294        18,533   

Other long-term obligations

     9,121        3,905   

Deferred income tax liabilities

     9,884        9,214   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities

     2,176,185        1,934,191   

Commitments and contingencies (See Note 13)

    

Stockholders’ equity:

    

Common stock

     —          —     

Additional paid-in capital

     603,851        652,488   

Accumulated deficit

     (327,630     (154,615

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

     (14,624     (7,630
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total stockholders’ equity

     261,597        490,243   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

   $ 2,437,782      $ 2,424,434   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

See accompanying notes to unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements

 

APX Group Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (unaudited)

(In thousands)

 

     Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
     2014     2013  

Revenues:

    

Monitoring revenue

   $ 393,383      $ 334,344   

Service and other sales revenue

     15,070        32,902   

Activation fees

     2,795        951   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total revenues

     411,248        368,197   

Costs and expenses:

    

Operating expenses (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown separately below)

     141,303        124,336   

Selling expenses

     81,202        75,394   

General and administrative expenses

     92,253        65,910   

Depreciation and amortization

     161,563        142,967   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total costs and expenses

     476,321        408,607   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

     (65,073     (40,410

Other expenses (income):

    

Interest expense

     109,487        83,309   

Interest income

     (1,464     (1,087

Other expense, net

     238        233   

Gain on 2GIG Sale

     —          (47,122
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss before income taxes

     (173,334     (75,743

Income tax (benefit) expense

     (319     11,598   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

   $ (173,015   $ (87,341
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

See accompanying notes to unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements

 

APX Group Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss (unaudited)

(In thousands)

 

     Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
     2014     2013  

Net loss

   $ (173,015   $ (87,341

Other comprehensive loss, net of tax effects:

    

Foreign currency translation adjustment

     (6,994     (3,981
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive loss

     (6,994     (3,981
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

   $ (180,009   $ (91,322
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

See accompanying notes to unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements

 

APX Group Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (unaudited)

(In thousands)

 

     Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
     2014     2013  

Cash flows from operating activities:

    

Net loss

   $ (173,015   $ (87,341

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:

    

Amortization of subscriber contract costs

     40,320        12,815   

Amortization of customer relationships

     107,761        120,391   

Depreciation and amortization of other intangible assets

     13,482        9,760   

Amortization of deferred financing costs

     6,919        6,430   

Fire related asset losses

     3,039        —     

Loss on asset impairment

     1,351        —     

Gain on sale of 2GIG

     —          (47,122

Loss on sale or disposal of assets

     580        400   

Stock-based compensation

     1,363        1,317   

Provision for doubtful accounts

     11,237        8,299   

Paid-in-kind interest income

     (910     (1,050

Non-cash adjustments to deferred revenue

     155        1,075   

Deferred income taxes

     (540     8,592   

Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions and divestiture:

    

Accounts receivable

     (18,518     (9,741

Inventories

     (31,997     (15,782

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

     (4,077     6,085   

Accounts payable

     16,918        1,085   

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

     94,252        100,028   

Deferred revenue

     23,336        24,430   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by operating activities

     91,656        139,671   

Cash flows from investing activities:

    

Subscriber acquisition costs

     (284,912     (267,232

Capital expenditures

     (19,856     (5,788

Proceeds from the sale of 2GIG, net of cash sold

     —          144,750   

Acquisition of intangible assets

     (6,421     —     

Net cash used in acquisitions

     (18,500     (4,272

Investment in short-term investments—other

     (60,000     —     

Proceeds from short-term investments—other

     60,069        —     

Investment in preferred stock

     (3,000     —     

Other assets

     (92     (8,180
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

     (332,712     (140,722

Cash flows from financing activities:

    

Proceeds from notes payable

     102,000        203,500   

Repayments of revolving line of credit

     —          (50,500

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

     —          22,500   

Proceeds from contract sales

     2,261        —     

Change in restricted cash

     161        —     

Repayments of capital lease obligations

     (4,528     (5,208

Deferred financing costs

     (2,782     (5,429

Payments of dividends

     (50,000     (60,000
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by financing activities

     47,112        104,863   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

     (775     (169
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net (decrease) increase in cash

     (194,719     103,643   

Cash:

    

Beginning of period

     261,905        8,090   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

   $ 67,186      $ 111,733   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Supplemental non-cash flow disclosure:

    

Capital lease additions

   $ 7,315      $ 2,988   

 

BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

NOTE 1—BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Unaudited Interim Financial Statements

The accompanying interim unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q have been prepared by APX Group Holdings, Inc. and subsidiaries (the “Company” or “APX”) without audit. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. The information as of December 31, 2013 included in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets was derived from the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements. The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q were prepared on the same basis as the audited consolidated financial statements and, in the opinion of management, reflect all adjustments (all of which are considered of normal recurring nature) considered necessary to present fairly the Company’s financial position, results of operations and cash flows for the periods and dates presented. The results of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the year ending December 31, 2014.

These unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and notes should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements and related notes for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 set forth in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K dated March 24, 2014, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), which is available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov.

The direct-to-home component of the sales cycle for the Company is seasonal in nature. The summer sales season generally runs from late April to the end of August each year. The Company makes investments in the recruitment of the sales force and inventory prior to the summer sales season. The Company experiences increases in subscriber acquisition costs, as well as costs to support the sales force around North America, during the summer sales season.

Basis of Presentation—The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company are presented for APX Group Holdings, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. On April 1, 2013, the Company completed the sale of 2GIG Technologies, Inc. (“2GIG”) and its subsidiary to Nortek, Inc. (the “2GIG Sale”). Therefore, its results of operations are excluded following the sale and the results of operations prior to and subsequent to the 2GIG Sale are not necessarily comparable.

Revenue Recognition—The Company recognizes revenue principally on three types of transactions: (i) monitoring, which includes revenues for monitoring and other automation services of the Company’s subscriber contracts and certain subscriber contracts that have been sold, (ii) service and other sales, which includes services provided on contracts, contract fulfillment revenue, sales of products that are not part of the basic equipment package and revenue from 2GIG, and (iii) activation fees on the Company’s contracts, which are amortized over the expected life of the customer.

Monitoring services for the Company’s subscriber contracts are billed in advance, generally monthly, pursuant to the terms of subscriber contracts and recognized ratably over the service period. Revenue from monitoring contracts that have been sold is recognized monthly as services are provided based on rates negotiated as part of the contract sales. Costs of providing ongoing monitoring services are expensed in the period incurred.

Service and other sales revenue is recognized as services are provided or when title to the products and equipment sold transfers to the customer. Contract fulfillment revenue, included in service and other sales, is recognized when payment is received from customers who cancel their contract in-term. Revenue from sales of products that are not part of the basic equipment package is recognized upon delivery of products.

 

Activation fees are generally charged to a customer when a new account is opened. This revenue is deferred and recognized using a 150% declining balance method over 12 years and converts to a straight-line methodology when the resulting revenue recognition is greater than that from the accelerated method for the remaining estimated life.

Through the date of the 2GIG Sale, service and other sales revenue included net recurring services revenue, which was based on back-end services, provided by Alarm.com, for all panels sold to distributors and direct-sell dealers and subsequently placed in service at end-user locations. The Company received a fixed monthly amount from Alarm.com for each system installed with non-Vivint customers that used the Alarm.com platform.

Revenue from the sale of subscriber contracts is recognized when ownership of the contracts has transferred to the purchaser. Any unamortized deferred revenue and costs related to contract sales are recognized at the time of the sale.

Subscriber Contract Costs—A portion of the direct costs of acquiring new subscribers, primarily sales commissions, equipment, and installation costs, are deferred and recognized over a pattern that reflects the estimated life of the subscriber relationships. The Company amortizes these costs over the estimated useful life by using a 150% declining balance method over 12 years and converts to a straight-line methodology when the resulting amortization charge is greater than that from the accelerated method for the remaining estimated life. The Company evaluates subscriber account attrition on a periodic basis, utilizing observed attrition rates for the Company’s subscriber contracts and industry information and, when necessary, makes adjustments to the estimated subscriber relationship period and amortization method.

Cash and Cash Equivalents—Cash and cash equivalents consists of highly liquid investments with remaining maturities when purchased of three months or less.

Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents—Restricted cash and cash equivalents is restricted for a specific purpose and cannot be included in the general cash account. At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the restricted cash and cash equivalents was held by a third-party trustee. Restricted cash and cash equivalents consists of highly liquid investments with remaining maturities when purchased of three months or less.

Accounts Receivable—Accounts receivable consists primarily of amounts due from customers for recurring monthly monitoring services. The accounts receivable are recorded at invoiced amounts and are non-interest bearing. The gross amount of accounts receivable has been reduced by an allowance for doubtful accounts of $3.3 million and $1.9 million at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. The Company estimates this allowance based on historical collection rates, subscriber attrition rates, and contractual obligations underlying the sale of the subscriber contracts to third parties. When the Company determines that there are accounts receivable that are uncollectible, they are charged off against the allowance for doubtful accounts. As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, no accounts receivable were classified as held for sale. Provision for doubtful accounts is included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.

The changes in the Company’s allowance for accounts receivable were as follows for the periods ended (in thousands):

 

     Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
     2014     2013  

Beginning balance

   $ 1,901      $ 2,301   

Provision for doubtful accounts

     11,275        8,299   

Write-offs and adjustments

     (9,894     (8,040
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance at end of period

   $ 3,282      $ 2,560   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Inventories—Inventories, which comprise home automation and security system equipment and parts, are stated at the lower of cost or market with cost determined under the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method. The Company records an allowance for excess and obsolete inventory based on anticipated obsolescence, usage and historical write-offs.

Long-lived Assets and Intangibles—Property and equipment are stated at cost and depreciated on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets or the lease term, whichever is shorter. Intangible assets with definite lives are amortized over the remaining estimated economic life of the underlying technology or relationships, which ranges from 2 to 10 years. Amortization expense associated with leased assets is included with depreciation expense. Routine repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Definite-lived intangible assets are amortized on the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the asset or in a pattern in which the economic benefits of the intangible asset are consumed. The Company periodically assesses potential impairment of its long-lived assets and intangibles and performs an impairment review whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. In addition, the Company periodically assesses whether events or changes in circumstance continue to support an indefinite life of certain intangible assets or warrant a revision to the estimated useful life of definite-lived intangible assets.

Deferred Financing Costs—Costs incurred in connection with obtaining debt financing are deferred and amortized utilizing the straight-line method, which approximates the effective-interest method, over the life of the related financing. If such financing is paid off or replaced prior to maturity with debt instruments that have substantially different terms, the unamortized costs are charged to expense. Deferred financing costs included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 were $54.6 million and $59.4 million, net of accumulated amortization of $17.4 million and $9.9 million, respectively. Amortization expense on deferred financing costs recognized and included in interest expense in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations, totaled $7.6 million and $6.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.

Residual Income Plan—The Company has a program that allows third-party sales channel partners to receive additional compensation based on the performance of the underlying contracts they create. The Company calculates the present value of the expected future payments and recognizes this amount in the period the commissions are earned. Subsequent accretion and adjustments to the estimated liability are recorded as interest and other expense, respectively. The Company monitors actual payments and customer attrition on a periodic basis and, when necessary, makes adjustments to the liability. The amount included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities was $0.4 million and $0.3 million as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, and the amount included in other long-term obligations was $2.7 million and $2.4 million at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, representing the present value of the estimated amounts owed to third-party sales channel partners.

Stock-Based Compensation—The Company measures compensation cost based on the grant-date fair value of the award and recognizes that cost over the requisite service period of the awards (See Note 12).

Income Taxes—The Company accounts for income taxes based on the asset and liability method. Under the asset and liability method, deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets when it is determined that it is more likely than not that some portion of the deferred tax asset will not be realized.

The Company recognizes the effect of an uncertain income tax position on the income tax return at the largest amount that is more-likely-than-not to be sustained upon audit by the relevant taxing authority. An uncertain income tax position will not be recognized if it has less than a 50% likelihood of being sustained. The Company’s policy for recording interest and penalties is to record such items as a component of the provision for income taxes.

 

Liability—Contracts Sold—On March 31, 2014, the Company received approximately $2.3 million in proceeds from the sale of certain subscriber contracts to a third-party. Concurrently, the Company entered into an agreement with the buyer to continue providing billing, monitoring and support services for the contracts that were sold for a period of ten years. As a result of this continuing involvement on the part of the Company in the servicing of the contracts, accounting guidance precluded gain recognition at the time of the sale. Accordingly, the Company has treated this transaction as a secured borrowing and recorded a liability for the proceeds received at the time of the sale. The amount included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities related to this liability was $2.1 million as of September 30, 2014. These amounts are being amortized using the effective interest method over twelve years, the expected term of these subscriber contracts.

Use of Estimates—The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Concentrations of Credit Risk—Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentration of credit risk consist principally of receivables and cash. At times during the year, the Company maintains cash balances in excess of insured limits. The Company is not dependent on any single customer or geographic location. The loss of a customer would not adversely impact the Company’s operating results or financial position.

Concentrations of Supply Risk—As of September 30, 2014, approximately 75% of the Company’s installed panels were 2GIG Go!Control panels and 17% were SkyControl panels. On April 1, 2013, the Company completed the 2GIG Sale. In connection with the 2GIG Sale, the Company entered into a five-year supply agreement with 2GIG, pursuant to which they will be the exclusive provider of the Company’s control panel requirements, subject to certain exceptions as provided in the supply agreement. The loss of 2GIG as a supplier could potentially impact the Company’s operating results or financial position.

Fair Value Measurement—Fair value is based on the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Assets and liabilities subject to on-going fair value measurement are categorized and disclosed into one of three categories depending on observable or unobservable inputs employed in the measurement. These two types of inputs have created the following fair value hierarchy:

Level 1: Quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for assets and liabilities.

Level 2: Observable prices that are based on inputs not quoted in active markets, but corroborated by market data.

Level 3: Unobservable inputs are used when little or no market data is available.

This hierarchy requires the Company to minimize the use of unobservable inputs and to use observable market data, if available, when determining fair value. The Company recognizes transfers between levels of the hierarchy based on the fair values of the respective financial measurements at the end of the reporting period in which the transfer occurred. There were no transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and the fiscal year 2013.

The carrying amounts of the Company’s accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities approximate their fair values due to their short maturities.

Goodwill—The Company conducts a goodwill impairment analysis annually and as necessary if changes in facts and circumstances indicate that the fair value of the Company’s reporting units may be less than its carrying amount. When indicators of impairment do not exist and certain accounting criteria are met, the Company is able to evaluate goodwill impairment using a qualitative approach. When necessary, the Company’s quantitative goodwill impairment test consists of two steps. The first step requires that the Company compare the estimated fair value of its reporting units to the carrying value of the reporting unit’s net assets, including goodwill. If the fair value of the reporting unit is greater than the carrying value of its net assets, goodwill is not considered to be impaired and no further testing is required. If the fair value of the reporting unit is less than the carrying value of its net assets, the Company would be required to complete the second step of the test by analyzing the fair value of its goodwill. If the carrying value of the goodwill exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge is recorded.

Foreign Currency Translation and Other Comprehensive Income—The functional currencies of Vivint Canada, Inc. and Vivint New Zealand, Ltd. are the Canadian and New Zealand dollars, respectively. Accordingly, assets and liabilities are translated from their respective functional currencies into U.S. dollars at period-end rates and revenue and expenses are translated at the weighted-average exchange rates for the period. Adjustments resulting from this translation process are classified as other comprehensive income (loss) and shown as a separate component of equity.

Letters of Credit—As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the Company had $3.0 million and $2.2 million, respectively, of letters of credit issued in the ordinary course of business, all of which are undrawn.

New Accounting Pronouncement—In May 2014, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which clarifies the principles used to recognize revenue for all entities. The new guidance requires companies to recognize revenue when it transfers goods or services to a customer in an amount that reflects the consideration to which a company expects to be entitled. The guidance is effective for annual and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2016. The guidance allows for either a “full retrospective” adoption or a “modified retrospective” adoption, however early adoption is not permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact the adoption of this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements.

In February 2013, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which expands the disclosure requirements for amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”). The guidance requires an entity to provide information about the amounts reclassified out of AOCI by component and present, either on the face of the income statement or in the notes to financial statements, significant amounts reclassified out of AOCI by the respective line items of net income but only if the amount reclassified is required under GAAP to be reclassified to net income in its entirety in the same reporting period. For other amounts, an entity is required to cross-reference to other disclosures required under GAAP that provide additional detail about those amounts. This guidance does not change the current requirements for reporting net income or OCI in financial statements. The guidance became effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal year 2014. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In July 2013, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which amends the guidance related to the presentation of unrecognized tax benefits and allows for the reduction of a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward whenever the net operating loss carryforward or tax credit carryforward would be available to reduce the additional taxable income or tax due if the tax position is disallowed. This guidance became effective for us for annual and interim periods beginning in fiscal year 2014. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

INTANGIBLE ASSETS
INTANGIBLE ASSETS

NOTE 8—INTANGIBLE ASSETS

The following table presents intangible asset balances (in thousands):

 

     September  30,
2014
    December  31,
2013
    Estimated
Useful  Lives

Definite-lived intangible assets:

      

Customer contracts

   $ 982,045      $ 984,403      10 years

2.0 technology

     17,000        17,000      8 years

Acquired technologies

     11,140        4,040      3 - 6 years

Patents

     6,207        —        5 years

Skypanel technology

     3,813        3,814      3 years

Non-compete agreements

     2,000        —        2 - 3 years

Other intellectual property

     650        650      2 years

CMS technology

     337        2,300      1 year
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
     1,023,192        1,012,207     

Accumulated amortization

     (283,219     (171,493  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Definite-lived intangible assets, net

     739,973        840,714     

Indefinite-lived intangible assets:

      

IP addresses

     214        —       

Domain names

     59        —       
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Total Indefinite-lived intangible assets

     273        —       
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Total intangible assets, net

   $ 740,246      $ 840,714     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Identifiable intangible assets acquired by the Company in connection with the Wildfire acquisition were $2.1 million of customer contracts and $0.8 million associated with non-compete agreements entered into by certain former members of Wildfire management. Identifiable intangible assets acquired by the Company in connection with the Space Monkey acquisition were $7.1 million of Space Monkey technology and $1.2 million associated with non-compete agreements entered into by certain former members of Space Monkey management. In addition, during the nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company acquired $6.5 million of other intangible assets related to patents, domain names and Internet Protocol (“IP”) addresses.

On March 29, 2014, the Company implemented new customer relationship management software (“CRM”). Historically, the Company’s customer management system (“CMS”) technology was used for customer support and inventory tracking. The new CRM software replaced the customer support functionality of the CMS technology. Following the CRM implementation, the CMS technology continued to be used for inventory tracking. Due to the implementation of the new CRM software, as of March 31, 2014, the Company determined there to be a significant change in the extent and manner in which the CMS technology was being used. The Company estimated the fair value of the CMS technology as of March 31, 2014 to be $0.3 million based on management experience, inquiry and assessment of the remaining functionality of this technology as it related to inventory tracking. The associated impairment loss of $1.4 million is included in operating expenses in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statement of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2014. In addition, the estimated remaining useful life of the CMS technology was evaluated and revised to one year from March 31, 2014, based on the intended use of the asset. The impact on income from continuing operations and net income from the change in the estimated remaining useful life was immaterial.

Amortization expense related to intangible assets was approximately $113.3 million and $123.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.

 

Estimated future amortization expense of intangible assets, excluding patents currently in process, is as follows as of September 30, 2014 (in thousands):

 

2014—remaining period

   $ 38,010   

2015

     136,093   

2016

     118,480   

2017

     102,113   

2018

     90,342   

Thereafter

     254,767   

Future amortization associated with patents currently in process

     168   
  

 

 

 

Total estimated amortization expense

   $ 739,973   
  

 

 

 
FACILITY FIRE
FACILITY FIRE

NOTE 10—FACILITY FIRE

On March 18, 2014, a fire occurred at a facility leased by the company in Lindon, Utah. This facility contained the Company’s primary inventory warehouse and call center operations. For the nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Company recognized gross expenses of $7.1 million, less probable insurance recoveries of $6.2 million, related to the fire damage. These expenses and probable insurance recoveries are included in general and administrative costs on the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations. Of the $6.2 million in probable insurance recoveries, $2.8 million were received by the Company prior to September 30, 2014. The expenses associated with the fire primarily related to impairment of damaged assets and recovery costs to maintain business continuity. The Company is seeking additional insurance recoveries and will recognize those when receipt becomes probable. The $3.5 million of probable insurance recoveries not yet received from the Company’s insurance provider are included in prepaid expenses and other current assets in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet at September 30, 2014.

SUBSEQUENT EVENT
SUBSEQUENT EVENT

NOTE 18—SUBSEQUENT EVENT

On October 10, 2014, in connection with the completion of its initial public offering, Solar repaid loans under the Subordinated Note and Loan Agreement (See Note 4) to APX Group, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, and the Company’s parent entity. The Company’s parent entity, in turn, returned a portion of such proceeds to APX Group, Inc. as a capital contribution. These transactions resulted in the receipt by APX Group, Inc. of an aggregate amount of $55.0 million.

A portion of the $55.0 million received by APX Group, Inc. represented repayment of the entire Solar loan balance, consisting of principal of $20.0 million and accrued interest of $2.2 million. Accordingly, the respective balances were reclassified from long-term investments and other assets, net, to prepaid and other current assets in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2014 (See Note 6).

Also in connection with Solar’s initial public offering, the Company entered into a number of agreements with Solar related to services and other support that the Company has provided and will provide to Solar including:

 

   

A Master Intercompany Framework Agreement which establishes a framework for the ongoing relationship between the Company and Solar and contains master terms regarding the protection of each other’s confidential information, and master procedural terms, such as notice procedures, restrictions on assignment, interpretive provisions, governing law and dispute resolution;

 

   

A Non-Competition Agreement in which the Company and Solar each define their current areas of business and their competitors, and agree not to directly or indirectly engage in the other’s business for three years;

 

   

A Transition Services Agreement pursuant to which the Company will provide to Solar various enterprise services, including services relating to information technology and infrastructure, human resources and employee benefits, administration services and facilities-related services;

 

   

A Product Development and Supply Agreement pursuant to which one of Solar’s wholly owned subsidiaries will, for an initial term of three years, subject to automatic renewal for successive one-year periods unless either party elects otherwise, collaborate with the Company to develop certain monitoring and communications equipment that will be compatible with other equipment used in Solar’s energy systems and will replace equipment Solar currently procures from third parties;

 

   

A Marketing and Customer Relations Agreement which governs various cross-marketing initiatives between the Company and Solar, in particularly the provision of sales leads from each company to the other; and

 

   

A Trademark License Agreement pursuant to which the licensor, a special purpose subsidiary majority-owned by the Company and minority-owned by Solar, will grant Solar a royalty-free exclusive license to the trademark “VIVINT SOLAR” in the field of selling renewable energy or energy storage products and services.

Transactions with Solar are considered for accounting purposes to be related-party transactions.

BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Policies)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
 
 
Basis of Presentation
Principles of Consolidation
 
Changes in Presentation of Comparative Financial Statements
 
Revenue Recognition
Subscriber Contract Costs
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents
Accounts Receivable
Inventories
Long-lived Assets and Intangibles
 
Deferred Financing Costs
Residual Income Plan
Stock-Based Compensation
Advertising Expense
 
Income Taxes
Liability-Contracts Sold
Use of Estimates
Concentrations of Credit Risk
Concentrations of Supply Risk
Fair Value Measurement
Goodwill
Foreign Currency Translation and Other Comprehensive Income
Letters of Credit
New Accounting Pronouncement
Long-lived Assets and Intangibles
 

Basis of Presentation—The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company are presented for APX Group Holdings, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. On April 1, 2013, the Company completed the sale of 2GIG Technologies, Inc. (“2GIG”) and its subsidiary to Nortek, Inc. (the “2GIG Sale”). Therefore, its results of operations are excluded following the sale and the results of operations prior to and subsequent to the 2GIG Sale are not necessarily comparable.

Basis of Presentation—As a result of the Merger, the consolidated financial statements are presented on two bases of accounting and are not necessarily comparable: January 1, 2011 through November 16, 2012 (the “Predecessor Period” or “Predecessor” as context requires) and November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2013 (the “Successor Period” or “Successor” as context requires), which relate to the period preceding the Merger and the period succeeding the Merger, respectively. The audited consolidated financial statements for the Predecessor Period are presented for APX Group, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, including variable interest entities. The audited consolidated financial statements for the Successor Period reflect the Merger presenting the financial position and results of operations of APX Group Holdings, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. The financial position and results of operations of the Successor are not comparable to the financial position and results of operations of the Predecessor due to the Merger and the basis of presentation of purchase accounting as compared to historical cost in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 805 Business Combinations.

 

The consolidated financial statements for the Predecessor and Successor include the financial position and results of operations of the following entities:

 

Successor

  

Predecessor

APX Group Holdings, Inc.   
APX Group, Inc.    APX Group, Inc.
Vivint, Inc.    Vivint, Inc.
Vivint Canada, Inc.    Vivint Canada, Inc.
ARM Security, Inc.    ARM Security, Inc.
AP AL, LLC    AP AL, LLC
Vivint Purchasing, LLC    Vivint Purchasing, LLC
Vivint Servicing, LLC    Vivint Servicing, LLC
2GIG Technologies, Inc. (1)    2GIG Technologies, Inc.
2GIG Technologies Canada, Inc. (1)    2GIG Technologies Canada, Inc.
   V Solar Holdings, Inc.
   Vivint Solar, Inc.
313 Aviation, LLC   
Vivint Wireless, Inc. (2)   
Smartrove, Inc. (3)   
Vivint New Zealand, Ltd. (2)   
Vivint Australia Pty Ltd. (2)   
Vivint Louisiana, LLC. (2)   
Vivint Funding Holdings, LLC. (2)   

 

(1) The audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013 include the results of 2GIG up through April 1, 2013, which was the date the Company completed the 2GIG Sale to Nortek (See Note 4).
(2) Formed during the year ended December 31, 2013.
(3) Acquired on May 29, 2013.

The Successor and Predecessor Period include substantially the same operating entities except that Vivint Solar, Inc. and its subsidiaries (“Solar”) is not included in the Successor Period since Solar is separately owned and is no longer a consolidated variable interest entity.

Principles of Consolidation—The accompanying Successor consolidated financial statements include the accounts of APX Group Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including 2GIG as a wholly-owned subsidiary through April 1, 2013. The accompanying Predecessor consolidated financial statements include APX Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, and 2GIG and Solar, which were variable interest entities (or “VIE’s”) prior to the Merger (See Note 7). All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

The financial information presented in the accompanying consolidated financial statements reflects the financial position and operating results of Smart Grid as discontinued operations (See Note 6).

Changes in Presentation of Comparative Financial Statements—Certain reclassifications, such as the presentation of deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities (See Note 12), have been made to our prior period consolidated financial information in order to conform with the current year presentation. These changes did not have a significant impact on the consolidated financial statements.

Revenue Recognition—The Company recognizes revenue principally on three types of transactions: (i) monitoring, which includes revenues for monitoring and other automation services of the Company’s subscriber contracts and certain subscriber contracts that have been sold, (ii) service and other sales, which includes services provided on contracts, contract fulfillment revenue, sales of products that are not part of the basic equipment package and revenue from 2GIG, and (iii) activation fees on the Company’s contracts, which are amortized over the expected life of the customer.

Monitoring services for the Company’s subscriber contracts are billed in advance, generally monthly, pursuant to the terms of subscriber contracts and recognized ratably over the service period. Revenue from monitoring contracts that have been sold is recognized monthly as services are provided based on rates negotiated as part of the contract sales. Costs of providing ongoing monitoring services are expensed in the period incurred.

Service and other sales revenue is recognized as services are provided or when title to the products and equipment sold transfers to the customer. Contract fulfillment revenue, included in service and other sales, is recognized when payment is received from customers who cancel their contract in-term. Revenue from sales of products that are not part of the basic equipment package is recognized upon delivery of products.

 

Activation fees are generally charged to a customer when a new account is opened. This revenue is deferred and recognized using a 150% declining balance method over 12 years and converts to a straight-line methodology when the resulting revenue recognition is greater than that from the accelerated method for the remaining estimated life.

Through the date of the 2GIG Sale, service and other sales revenue included net recurring services revenue, which was based on back-end services, provided by Alarm.com, for all panels sold to distributors and direct-sell dealers and subsequently placed in service at end-user locations. The Company received a fixed monthly amount from Alarm.com for each system installed with non-Vivint customers that used the Alarm.com platform.

Revenue from the sale of subscriber contracts is recognized when ownership of the contracts has transferred to the purchaser. Any unamortized deferred revenue and costs related to contract sales are recognized at the time of the sale.

Revenue Recognition—The Company recognizes revenue principally on four types of transactions: (i) monitoring, which includes revenues for monitoring of the Company’s subscriber contracts and certain subscriber contracts that have been sold, (ii) activation fees on the Company’s contracts, which are amortized over the expected life of the customer, (iii) service and other sales, which includes services provided on contracts, contract fulfillment revenue, sales of products that are not part of the basic equipment package and revenue from 2GIG, and (iv) contract sales.

 

Monitoring services for the Company’s subscriber contracts are billed in advance, generally monthly, pursuant to the terms of subscriber contracts and recognized ratably over the service period. Revenue from monitoring contracts that have been sold is recognized monthly as services are provided based on rates negotiated as part of the contract sales. Costs of providing ongoing monitoring services are expensed in the period incurred.

Activation fees are generally charged to a customer when a new account is opened. This revenue is deferred and recognized using a 150% declining balance method over 12 years and converts to a straight-line methodology when the resulting revenue recognition is greater than that from the accelerated method for the remaining estimated life.

Service and other sales revenue is recognized as services are provided or when title to the products and equipment sold transfers to the customer. Contract fulfillment revenue, included in service and other sales, is recognized when payment is received from customers who cancel their contract in-term. Revenue from sales of products that are not part of the basic equipment package is recognized upon delivery of products.

Through the date of the 2GIG Sale, service and other sales revenue included net recurring services revenue, which was based on back-end services, provided by Alarm.com, for all panels sold to distributors and direct-sell dealers and subsequently placed in service in end-user locations. The Company received a fixed monthly amount from Alarm.com for each system installed with non-Vivint customers that used the Alarm.com platform.

Revenue from the sale of subscriber contracts is recognized when ownership of the contracts has transferred to the purchaser. Any unamortized deferred revenue and costs related to contract sales are recognized at the time of the sale.

Subscriber Contract Costs—A portion of the direct costs of acquiring new subscribers, primarily sales commissions, equipment, and installation costs, are deferred and recognized over a pattern that reflects the estimated life of the subscriber relationships. The Company amortizes these costs over the estimated useful life by using a 150% declining balance method over 12 years and converts to a straight-line methodology when the resulting amortization charge is greater than that from the accelerated method for the remaining estimated life. The Company evaluates subscriber account attrition on a periodic basis, utilizing observed attrition rates for the Company’s subscriber contracts and industry information and, when necessary, makes adjustments to the estimated subscriber relationship period and amortization method.

Subscriber Contract Costs—A portion of the direct costs of acquiring new subscribers, primarily sales commissions, equipment, and installation costs, are deferred and recognized over a pattern that reflects the estimated life of the subscriber relationships. For both the Successor Period and Predecessor Period, the Company amortizes these costs using a 150% declining balance method over 12 years and converts to a straight-line methodology when the resulting amortization charge is greater than that from the accelerated method for the remaining estimated life. The Company evaluates subscriber account attrition on a periodic basis, utilizing observed attrition rates for the Company’s subscriber contracts and industry information and, when necessary, makes adjustments to the estimated subscriber relationship period and amortization method.

In conjunction with the Merger and in accordance with purchase accounting, the total purchase price was allocated to the Company’s net tangible and identifiable intangible assets based on their estimated fair values as of November 16, 2012 (See Note 3). The Company recorded the value of Subscriber Contract Costs on the date of the Transactions at fair value and classified it as an intangible asset, which is amortized over 10 years in a pattern that is consistent with the amount of revenue expected to be generated from the related subscriber contracts.

Cash and Cash Equivalents—Cash and cash equivalents consists of highly liquid investments with remaining maturities when purchased of three months or less.

Cash and Cash Equivalents—Cash and cash equivalents consists of highly liquid investments with remaining maturities when purchased of three months or less.

Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents—Restricted cash and cash equivalents is restricted for a specific purpose and cannot be included in the general cash account. At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the restricted cash and cash equivalents was held by a third-party trustee. Restricted cash and cash equivalents consists of highly liquid investments with remaining maturities when purchased of three months or less.

Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents—Restricted cash and cash equivalents is restricted for a specific purpose and cannot be included in the general cash account. At December 31, 2013 and 2012, the restricted cash and cash equivalents was held by a third-party trustee. At December 31, 2013, the current portion of restricted cash and cash equivalents was $14,375,000. Restricted cash equivalents consists of highly liquid investments with remaining maturities when purchased of three months or less.

Accounts Receivable—Accounts receivable consists primarily of amounts due from customers for recurring monthly monitoring services. The accounts receivable are recorded at invoiced amounts and are non-interest bearing. The gross amount of accounts receivable has been reduced by an allowance for doubtful accounts of $3.3 million and $1.9 million at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. The Company estimates this allowance based on historical collection rates, subscriber attrition rates, and contractual obligations underlying the sale of the subscriber contracts to third parties. When the Company determines that there are accounts receivable that are uncollectible, they are charged off against the allowance for doubtful accounts. As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, no accounts receivable were classified as held for sale. Provision for doubtful accounts is included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.

The changes in the Company’s allowance for accounts receivable were as follows for the periods ended (in thousands):

 

     Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
     2014     2013  

Beginning balance

   $ 1,901      $ 2,301   

Provision for doubtful accounts

     11,275        8,299   

Write-offs and adjustments

     (9,894     (8,040
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance at end of period

   $ 3,282      $ 2,560   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Accounts Receivable—Accounts receivable consists primarily of amounts due from customers for recurring monthly monitoring services. The accounts receivable are recorded at invoiced amounts and are non-interest bearing. The gross amount of accounts receivable has been reduced by an allowance for doubtful accounts of $1,901,000 and $2,301,000 at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The Company estimates this allowance based on historical collection rates, subscriber attrition rates, and contractual obligations underlying the sale of the subscriber contracts to third parties. When the Company determines that there are accounts receivable that are uncollectible, they are charged off against the allowance for doubtful accounts. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, no accounts receivable were classified as held for sale. Provision for doubtful accounts is included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.

The changes in the Company’s allowance for accounts receivable were as follows for the years ended (in thousands):

 

      Successor     Predecessor  
     Year ended
December 31,
2013
    Period from
November 17,
through
December 31,
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
November 16,
2012
    Year ended
December 31,
2011
 

Beginning balance

   $ 2,301      $ 3,649      $ 1,903      $ 1,484   

Provision for doubtful accounts

     10,360        1,307        8,204        7,026   

Write-offs and adjustments

     (10,760     (2,655     (6,458     (6,607
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance at end of period

   $ 1,901      $ 2,301      $ 3,649      $ 1,903   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Inventories—Inventories, which comprise home automation and security system equipment and parts, are stated at the lower of cost or market with cost determined under the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method. The Company records an allowance for excess and obsolete inventory based on anticipated obsolescence, usage and historical write-offs.

Inventories—Inventories, which comprise home automation and security system equipment and parts, are stated at the lower of cost or market with cost determined under the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method. The Company records an allowance for excess and obsolete inventory based on anticipated obsolescence, usage and historical write-offs. The allowance for excess and obsolete inventory was $3,167,000 and $1,484,000, as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Long-lived Assets and Intangibles—Property and equipment are stated at cost and depreciated on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets or the lease term, whichever is shorter. Intangible assets with definite lives are amortized over the remaining estimated economic life of the underlying technology or relationships, which ranges from 2 to 10 years. Amortization expense associated with leased assets is included with depreciation expense. Routine repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Intangible assets are amortized on the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the asset or in a pattern in which the economic benefits of the intangible asset are consumed. The Company periodically assesses potential impairment of its long-lived assets and intangibles and performs an impairment review whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. The Company has no intangible assets with indefinite useful lives.

Deferred Financing Costs—Costs incurred in connection with obtaining debt financing are deferred and amortized utilizing the straight-line method, which approximates the effective-interest method, over the life of the related financing. If such financing is paid off or replaced prior to maturity with debt instruments that have substantially different terms, the unamortized costs are charged to expense. Deferred financing costs included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 were $54.6 million and $59.4 million, net of accumulated amortization of $17.4 million and $9.9 million, respectively. Amortization expense on deferred financing costs recognized and included in interest expense in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations, totaled $7.6 million and $6.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.

Deferred Financing Costs—Costs incurred in connection with obtaining debt financing are deferred and amortized utilizing the straight-line method, which approximates the effective-interest method, over the life of the related financing. If such financing is paid off or replaced prior to maturity with debt instruments that have substantially different terms, the unamortized costs are charged to expense. In connection with refinancing the debt, in conjunction with the Transactions the Company wrote off $3,451,000 related to unamortized deferred financing costs associated with the Credit Agreement. Deferred financing costs included in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2013 and 2012 were $59,375,000 and $57,322,000, net of accumulated amortization of $9,875,000 and $1,032,000, respectively. Amortization expense on deferred financing costs recognized and included in interest expense in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations, totaled $8,843,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013, $1,032,000 for the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, $6,619,000 for the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and $7,709,000 for the year ended December 31, 2011.

Residual Income Plan—The Company has a program that allows third-party sales channel partners to receive additional compensation based on the performance of the underlying contracts they create. The Company calculates the present value of the expected future payments and recognizes this amount in the period the commissions are earned. Subsequent accretion and adjustments to the estimated liability are recorded as interest and other expense, respectively. The Company monitors actual payments and customer attrition on a periodic basis and, when necessary, makes adjustments to the liability. The amount included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities was $0.4 million and $0.3 million as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, and the amount included in other long-term obligations was $2.7 million and $2.4 million at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, representing the present value of the estimated amounts owed to third-party sales channel partners.

Residual Income Plan—Prior to the Merger, the Company had a program that allowed sales representatives to elect to defer commission payments and for third-party sales channel partners to receive additional compensation based on the performance of the underlying contracts they created during the season. The Company calculated the present value of the expected future payments and recognized this amount in the period the commissions were earned. Subsequent accretion and adjustments to the estimated liability were recorded as interest and other expense, respectively. The Company monitored actual payments and customer attrition on a periodic basis and, when necessary, made adjustments to the liability. In connection with the Merger, the Company settled its obligation to the employee participants of this plan. The obligation related to commissions owed to third-party channel partners was not settled in connection with the Merger, and this program continued after the Merger. The amount included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities was $2,426,000 and $1,418,000 at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, representing the present value of the estimated amounts owed to third-party sales channel partners.

Stock-Based Compensation—The Company measures compensation cost based on the grant-date fair value of the award and recognizes that cost over the requisite service period of the awards (See Note 12).

Stock-Based Compensation—The Company measures compensation cost based on the grant-date fair value of the award and recognizes that cost over the requisite service period of the awards (See Note 13).

Advertising Expense—Advertising costs are expensed as incurred. Advertising costs were approximately $23,038,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013, $1,686,000 for the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, $8,204,000 for the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and $8,505,000 for the year ended December 31, 2011.

Income Taxes—The Company accounts for income taxes based on the asset and liability method. Under the asset and liability method, deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets when it is determined that it is more likely than not that some portion of the deferred tax asset will not be realized.

The Company recognizes the effect of an uncertain income tax position on the income tax return at the largest amount that is more-likely-than-not to be sustained upon audit by the relevant taxing authority. An uncertain income tax position will not be recognized if it has less than a 50% likelihood of being sustained. The Company’s policy for recording interest and penalties is to record such items as a component of the provision for income taxes.

Income Taxes—The Company accounts for income taxes based on the asset and liability method. Under the asset and liability method, deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets when it is determined that it is more likely than not that some portion of the deferred tax asset will not be realized.

The Company recognizes the effect of an uncertain income tax position on the income tax return at the largest amount that is more-likely-than-not to be sustained upon audit by the relevant taxing authority. An uncertain income tax position will not be recognized if it has less than a 50% likelihood of being sustained. The Company’s policy for recording interest and penalties is to record such items as a component of the provision for income taxes.

Liability—Contracts Sold—On March 31, 2014, the Company received approximately $2.3 million in proceeds from the sale of certain subscriber contracts to a third-party. Concurrently, the Company entered into an agreement with the buyer to continue providing billing, monitoring and support services for the contracts that were sold for a period of ten years. As a result of this continuing involvement on the part of the Company in the servicing of the contracts, accounting guidance precluded gain recognition at the time of the sale. Accordingly, the Company has treated this transaction as a secured borrowing and recorded a liability for the proceeds received at the time of the sale. The amount included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities related to this liability was $2.1 million as of September 30, 2014. These amounts are being amortized using the effective interest method over twelve years, the expected term of these subscriber contracts.

Liability—Contracts Sold—During 2007 and 2008, the Company received approximately $118,136,000 in proceeds from the sale of certain subscriber contracts to a third-party. Concurrently, the Company entered into an agreement with the buyer to continue providing monitoring and support services for the contracts that were sold. Following the initial one-year warranty period from the date of the sales, the Company had no obligation under the terms of the sales agreement to make any additional payments to the seller. In August 2012, the Company agreed to repurchase the contracts upon a change of control, as defined. As a result of this continuing involvement on the part of the Company in the servicing of the contracts, accounting guidance precluded gain recognition at the time of the sales. Accordingly, the Company recorded a liability for the proceeds received at the time of the sales and amortized the liability using the effective interest method over twelve years, the expected life of the subscriber contracts. The Company recorded the monthly fees from these contracts as monitoring revenue in the statements of operations. In connection with the Merger, these contracts were re-acquired and, as a result, the related liability was satisfied.

Use of Estimates—The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Use of Estimates—The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Concentrations of Credit Risk—Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentration of credit risk consist principally of receivables and cash. At times during the year, the Company maintains cash balances in excess of insured limits. The Company is not dependent on any single customer or geographic location. The loss of a customer would not adversely impact the Company’s operating results or financial position.

Concentrations of Credit Risk—Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentration of credit risk consist principally of receivables and cash. At times during the year, the Company maintains cash balances in excess of insured limits. The Company is not dependent on any single customer or geographic location. The loss of a customer would not adversely impact the Company’s operating results or financial position.

Concentrations of Supply Risk—As of September 30, 2014, approximately 75% of the Company’s installed panels were 2GIG Go!Control panels and 17% were SkyControl panels. On April 1, 2013, the Company completed the 2GIG Sale. In connection with the 2GIG Sale, the Company entered into a five-year supply agreement with 2GIG, pursuant to which they will be the exclusive provider of the Company’s control panel requirements, subject to certain exceptions as provided in the supply agreement. The loss of 2GIG as a supplier could potentially impact the Company’s operating results or financial position.

Concentrations of Supply Risk—As of December 31, 2013, approximately 87% of the Company’s installed panels were 2GIG Go!Control panels. On April 1, 2013, the Company completed the 2GIG Sale. In connection with the 2GIG Sale, the Company entered into a five-year supply agreement with 2GIG, pursuant to which they will be the exclusive provider of the Company’s control panel requirements, subject to certain exceptions as provided in the supply agreement. The loss of 2GIG as a supplier could potentially impact the Company’s operating results or financial position.

Fair Value Measurement—Fair value is based on the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Assets and liabilities subject to on-going fair value measurement are categorized and disclosed into one of three categories depending on observable or unobservable inputs employed in the measurement. These two types of inputs have created the following fair value hierarchy:

Level 1: Quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for assets and liabilities.

Level 2: Observable prices that are based on inputs not quoted in active markets, but corroborated by market data.

Level 3: Unobservable inputs are used when little or no market data is available.

This hierarchy requires the Company to minimize the use of unobservable inputs and to use observable market data, if available, when determining fair value. The Company recognizes transfers between levels of the hierarchy based on the fair values of the respective financial measurements at the end of the reporting period in which the transfer occurred. There were no transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and the fiscal year 2013.

The carrying amounts of the Company’s accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities approximate their fair values due to their short maturities.

Fair Value Measurement—Assets and liabilities subject to on-going fair value measurement are categorized and disclosed into one of three categories depending on observable or unobservable inputs employed in the measurement. These two types of inputs have created the following fair value hierarchy:

Level 1: Quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for assets and liabilities.

Level 2: Observable prices that are based on inputs not quoted in active markets, but corroborated by market data.

Level 3: Unobservable inputs are used when little or no market data is available.

This hierarchy requires the Company to minimize the use of unobservable inputs and to use observable market data, if available, when determining fair value. The Company recognizes transfers between levels of the hierarchy based on the fair values of the respective financial measurements at the end of the reporting period in which the transfer occurred. There were no transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy during fiscal 2013 or 2012.

The carrying amounts of the Company’s accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities approximate their fair values due to their short maturities.

Goodwill—The Company conducts a goodwill impairment analysis annually and as necessary if changes in facts and circumstances indicate that the fair value of the Company’s reporting units may be less than its carrying amount. When indicators of impairment do not exist and certain accounting criteria are met, the Company is able to evaluate goodwill impairment using a qualitative approach. When necessary, the Company’s quantitative goodwill impairment test consists of two steps. The first step requires that the Company compare the estimated fair value of its reporting units to the carrying value of the reporting unit’s net assets, including goodwill. If the fair value of the reporting unit is greater than the carrying value of its net assets, goodwill is not considered to be impaired and no further testing is required. If the fair value of the reporting unit is less than the carrying value of its net assets, the Company would be required to complete the second step of the test by analyzing the fair value of its goodwill. If the carrying value of the goodwill exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge is recorded.

Goodwill—The Company conducts a goodwill impairment analysis annually and as necessary if changes in facts and circumstances indicate that the fair value of the Company’s reporting units may be less than its carrying amount. When indicators of impairment do not exist and certain accounting criteria are met, the Company is able to evaluate goodwill impairment using a qualitative approach. When necessary, the Company’s quantitative goodwill impairment test consists of two steps. The first step requires that the Company compare the estimated fair value of its reporting units to the carrying value of the reporting unit’s net assets, including goodwill. If the fair value of the reporting unit is greater than the carrying value of its net assets, goodwill is not considered to be impaired and no further testing is required. If the fair value of the reporting unit is less than the carrying value of its net assets, the Company would be required to complete the second step of the test by analyzing the fair value of its goodwill. If the carrying value of the goodwill exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge is recorded (See Note 10).

Foreign Currency Translation and Other Comprehensive Income—The functional currencies of Vivint Canada, Inc. and Vivint New Zealand, Ltd. are the Canadian and New Zealand dollars, respectively. Accordingly, assets and liabilities are translated from their respective functional currencies into U.S. dollars at period-end rates and revenue and expenses are translated at the weighted-average exchange rates for the period. Adjustments resulting from this translation process are classified as other comprehensive income (loss) and shown as a separate component of equity.

Foreign Currency Translation and Other Comprehensive Income—The functional currencies of Vivint Canada, Inc. and Vivint New Zealand, Ltd. are the Canadian dollar and the New Zealand dollar, respectively. Accordingly, assets and liabilities are translated from their respective functional currencies into U.S. dollars at year-end rates and revenue and expenses are translated at the weighted-average exchange rates for the year. Adjustments resulting from this translation process are classified as other comprehensive income (loss) and shown as a separate component of equity.

Letters of Credit—As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the Company had $3.0 million and $2.2 million, respectively, of letters of credit issued in the ordinary course of business, all of which are undrawn.

Letters of Credit—At December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, the Company had $2,174,000 and $2,168,000 of unused letters of credit associated with workers compensation and a bond line for the Company’s corporate, sales and installation personnel.

New Accounting Pronouncement—In May 2014, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which clarifies the principles used to recognize revenue for all entities. The new guidance requires companies to recognize revenue when it transfers goods or services to a customer in an amount that reflects the consideration to which a company expects to be entitled. The guidance is effective for annual and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2016. The guidance allows for either a “full retrospective” adoption or a “modified retrospective” adoption, however early adoption is not permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact the adoption of this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements.

In February 2013, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which expands the disclosure requirements for amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”). The guidance requires an entity to provide information about the amounts reclassified out of AOCI by component and present, either on the face of the income statement or in the notes to financial statements, significant amounts reclassified out of AOCI by the respective line items of net income but only if the amount reclassified is required under GAAP to be reclassified to net income in its entirety in the same reporting period. For other amounts, an entity is required to cross-reference to other disclosures required under GAAP that provide additional detail about those amounts. This guidance does not change the current requirements for reporting net income or OCI in financial statements. The guidance became effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal year 2014. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In July 2013, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which amends the guidance related to the presentation of unrecognized tax benefits and allows for the reduction of a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward whenever the net operating loss carryforward or tax credit carryforward would be available to reduce the additional taxable income or tax due if the tax position is disallowed. This guidance became effective for us for annual and interim periods beginning in fiscal year 2014. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

New Accounting Pronouncement—In September 2011, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which amends the process of testing goodwill for impairment. The guidance permits an entity to first assess qualitative factors to determine whether the existence of events or circumstances leads to a determination that it is more likely than not (defined as having a likelihood of more than fifty percent) that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. If an entity determines it is not more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, performing the traditional two-step goodwill impairment test is unnecessary. If an entity concludes otherwise, it would be required to perform the first step of the two-step goodwill impairment test. If the carrying amount of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, then the entity is required to perform the second step of the goodwill impairment test. However, an entity has the option to bypass the qualitative assessment in any period and proceed directly to step one of the impairment test. The guidance became effective for the Company in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2013. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In July 2012, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which amends the process of testing indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment. This guidance permits an entity to first assess qualitative factors to determine whether the existence of events or circumstances leads to a determination that it is more likely than not (defined as having a likelihood of more than fifty percent) that the indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired. If an entity determines it is not more likely than not that the indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired, the entity will have an option not to calculate the fair value of an indefinite-lived asset annually. The guidance became effective for the Company in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2013. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In February 2013, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which expands the disclosure requirements for amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”). The guidance requires an entity to provide information about the amounts reclassified out of AOCI by component and present, either on the face of the income statement or in the notes to financial statements, significant amounts reclassified out of AOCI by the respective line items of net income but only if the amount reclassified is required under GAAP to be reclassified to net income in its entirety in the same reporting period. For other amounts, an entity is required to cross-reference to other disclosures required under GAAP that provide additional detail about those amounts. This guidance does not change the current requirements for reporting net income or OCI in financial statements. The guidance is effective for the Company in the first quarter of fiscal year 2014. The adoption of this guidance is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In July 2013, the FASB issued authoritative guidance which amends the guidance related to the presentation of unrecognized tax benefits and allows for the reduction of a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward whenever the net operating loss carryforward or tax credit carryforward would be available to reduce the additional taxable income or tax due if the tax position is disallowed. This guidance is effective for annual and interim periods for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2013, and early adoption is permitted. The adoption of this guidance is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Long-lived Assets and Intangibles—Property and equipment are stated at cost and depreciated on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets or the lease term, whichever is shorter. Intangible assets with definite lives are amortized over the remaining estimated economic life of the underlying technology or relationships, which ranges from 2 to 10 years. Amortization expense associated with leased assets is included with depreciation expense. Routine repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Definite-lived intangible assets are amortized on the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the asset or in a pattern in which the economic benefits of the intangible asset are consumed. The Company periodically assesses potential impairment of its long-lived assets and intangibles and performs an impairment review whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. In addition, the Company periodically assesses whether events or changes in circumstance continue to support an indefinite life of certain intangible assets or warrant a revision to the estimated useful life of definite-lived intangible assets.

BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Changes in Company's Allowance for Accounts Receivable

The changes in the Company’s allowance for accounts receivable were as follows for the periods ended (in thousands):

 

     Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
     2014     2013  

Beginning balance

   $ 1,901      $ 2,301   

Provision for doubtful accounts

     11,275        8,299   

Write-offs and adjustments

     (9,894     (8,040
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance at end of period

   $ 3,282      $ 2,560   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
Changes in Company's Allowance for Accounts Receivable

The changes in the Company’s allowance for accounts receivable were as follows for the years ended (in thousands):

 

      Successor     Predecessor  
     Year ended
December 31,
2013
    Period from
November 17,
through
December 31,
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
November 16,
2012
    Year ended
December 31,
2011
 

Beginning balance

   $ 2,301      $ 3,649      $ 1,903      $ 1,484   

Provision for doubtful accounts

     10,360        1,307        8,204        7,026   

Write-offs and adjustments

     (10,760     (2,655     (6,458     (6,607
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance at end of period

   $ 1,901      $ 2,301      $ 3,649      $ 1,903   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 
Business Combination (Tables)
12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Blackstone Group [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Smartrove [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Space Monkey Acquisition [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Wildfire Acquisition [Member]
Summary of Purchase Price Consideration
 
 
 
 
Summary of Estimated Fair Values of Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed
 

The following table summarizes the purchase price consideration (in thousands):

 

Revolving line of credit

   $ 10,000   

Issuance of bonds, net of issuance costs

     1,246,646   

Contributed equity

     713,821   

Less: Transaction costs

     (31,540

Less: Net worth adjustment

     (3,289
  

 

 

 

Total purchase consideration

   $ 1,935,638   
  

 

 

 

The following table summarizes the estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of December 31, 2013 (in thousands):

 

Current assets acquired

   $ 73,239   

Property, plant and equipment

     29,293   

Other assets

     30,535   

Intangible assets

     1,062,300   

Goodwill

     880,302   

Current liabilities assumed

     (100,258

Deferred income tax liability

     (33,996

Other liabilities

     (5,777
  

 

 

 

Total purchase price allocation

   $ 1,935,638   
  

 

 

 

income tax purposes. The following table summarizes the estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of December 31, 2013 (in thousands):

 

Net assets acquired from Smartrove—Cash

   $ 3   

Deferred income tax liability

     (1,533

Intangible assets (See Note 10)

     4,040   

Goodwill

     1,765   
  

 

 

 

Total fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed

   $ 4,275   
  

 

 

 

The following table summarizes the preliminary estimated fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the time of acquisition (in thousands):

 

Net assets acquired from Space Monkey

   $ 404   

Deferred tax liability

     (1,106

Intangible assets (See Note 9)

     8,300   

Goodwill

     7,402   
  

 

 

 

Total estimated fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed

   $ 15,000   
  

 

 

 

The following table summarizes the estimated fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the time of acquisition (in thousands):

 

Net assets acquired from Wildfire

   $ 96  

Intangible assets (See Note 9)

     2,900  

Goodwill

     504  
  

 

 

 

Total cash consideration

     3,500  

Estimated net working capital adjustment

     (61 )
  

 

 

 

Total fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed

   $ 3,439  
  

 

 

 
DIVESTITURE OF SUBSIDIARY (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Summary of Net Gain Recognized in Connection with Divestiture

The following table summarizes the net gain recognized in connection with this divestiture (in thousands):

 

Adjusted net sale price

   $ 148,871   

2GIG assets (including cash of $3,383), net of liabilities

     (109,053

2.0 technology, net of amortization

     16,903   

Other

     (9,855
  

 

 

 

Net gain on divestiture

   $ 46,866   
  

 

 

 
Summary of Net Gain Recognized in Connection with Divestiture

The following table summarizes the net gain recognized in connection with this divestiture (in thousands):

 

Adjusted net sale price

   $ 148,871   

2GIG assets (including cash of $3,383), net of liabilities

     (109,053

2.0 technology, net of amortization

     16,903   

Other

     (9,855
  

 

 

 

Net gain on divestiture

   $ 46,866   
  

 

 

 
LONG-TERM DEBT (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Summary of Debt

The Company’s outstanding debt at September 30, 2014 had maturity dates of 2019 and beyond and consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     Outstanding
Principal
     Unamortized
Premium
     Net Carrying
Amount
 

Revolving credit facility

   $ —         $ —         $ —     

6.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2019

     925,000         —           925,000   

8.75% Senior Notes due 2020

     930,000         8,413         938,413   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total Notes payable

   $ 1,855,000       $ 8,413       $ 1,863,413   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

The Company’s outstanding debt at December 31, 2013 consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     Outstanding
Principal
     Unamortized
Premium
     Net Carrying
Amount
 

Revolving credit facility

   $ —         $ —         $ —     

6.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2019

     925,000         —           925,000   

8.75% Senior Notes due 2020

     830,000         7,049         837,049   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total Notes payable

   $ 1,755,000       $ 7,049       $ 1,762,049   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 
Summary of Debt

The Company’s debt at December 31, 2013 had maturity dates of 2019 and beyond and consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     Outstanding
Principal
     Unamortized
Premium
     Net Carrying
Amount
 

Revolving credit facility

   $ —         $ —         $ —     

6.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2019

     925,000         —           925,000   

8.75% Senior Notes due 2020

     830,000         7,049         837,049   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total Notes payable

   $ 1,755,000       $ 7,049       $ 1,762,049   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

The Company’s debt at December 31, 2012 consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     Outstanding
Principal
     Unamortized
Premium
     Net Carrying
Amount
 

Revolving credit facility

   $ 28,000       $ —         $ 28,000   

6.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2019

     925,000         —           925,000   

8.75% Senior Notes due 2020

     380,000         —           380,000   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total Notes payable

   $ 1,333,000       $ —         $ 1,333,000   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 
Discontinued Operations (Tables)
Discontinued Operations of Disposed Business Component

The following table presents discontinued operations of the disposed business component (in thousands):

 

     Predecessor  
     Period from
January 1,
through
November 16,
2012
    Year ended
December 31,
2011
 

Revenue, net

   $ 91      $ 336   

Operating loss

     (329     (1,938

Interest expense

     (1     —     

Impairment of acquired intangible asset

     —          (1,315
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total discontinued operations

   $ (239   $ (2,917
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
BALANCE SHEET COMPONENTS (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Schedule of Company's Balance Sheet Component Balances

The following table presents balance sheet component balances (in thousands):

 

     September 30,
2014
    December 31,
2013
 

Subscriber contract costs

    

Subscriber contract costs

   $ 593,454      $ 310,666  

Accumulated amortization

     (62,474     (22,350 )
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Subscriber contract costs, net

   $ 530,980      $ 288,316  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Long-term investments and other assets

    

Notes receivable from related parties, net of allowance (See Notes 4 and 18)

   $ 296      $ 21,323  

Security deposit receivable

     6,131        6,261  

Other

     3,447        92  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total long-term investments and other assets, net

   $ 9,874      $ 27,676  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Accrued payroll and commissions

    

Accrued payroll

   $ 16,866      $ 15,475  

Accrued commissions

     86,669        30,532  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total accrued payroll and commissions

   $ 103,535      $ 46,007  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

    

Accrued interest payable

   $ 46,781      $ 10,982  

Loss contingencies

     7,639        9,263  

Other

     12,898        12,873  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total accrued expenses and other current liabilities

   $ 67,318      $ 33,118  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
Schedule of Company's Balance Sheet Component Balances

The following table presents balance sheet component balances as of December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 (in thousands):

 

      December 31,  
      2013     2012  

Subscriber contract costs

    

Subscriber contract costs

   $ 310,666      $ 12,934   

Accumulated amortization

     (22,350     (181
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Subscriber contract costs, net

   $ 288,316      $ 12,753   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Long-term investments and other assets

    

Notes receivable, net of allowance (See Notes 7 and 15)

   $ 21,323      $ 15,341   

Security deposit receivable

     6,261        6,236   

Other

     92        128   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total long-term investments and other assets, net

   $ 27,676      $ 21,705   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Accrued payroll and commissions

    

Accrued payroll and commissions

   $ 15,475      $ 7,396   

Accrued commissions

     30,532        13,050   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total accrued payroll and commissions

   $ 46,007      $ 20,446   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Components of Company's Property and Equipmen

Property and equipment consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     September 30,
2014
    December 31,
2013
    Estimated
Useful Lives

Vehicles

   $ 17,990      $ 13,851      3 - 5 years

Computer equipment and software

     15,863        6,742      3 - 5 years

Leasehold improvements

     11,885        13,345      2 - 15 years

Office furniture, fixtures and equipment

     8,472        4,793      7 years

Warehouse equipment

     111        1,802      7 years

Buildings

     702        702      39 years

Construction in process

     10,732        3,119     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
     65,755        44,354     

Accumulated depreciation and amortization

     (13,878     (8,536  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Net property and equipment

   $ 51,877      $ 35,818     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
Components of Company's Property and Equipmen

Property and equipment consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

     December 31,     Estimated
Useful  Lives
     2013     2012    

Vehicles

   $ 13,851      $ 10,038      3 - 5 years

Computer equipment and software

     6,742        4,797      3 - 5 years

Leasehold improvements

     13,345        7,599      2 - 15 years

Office furniture, fixtures and equipment

     4,793        1,924      7 years

Warehouse equipment

     1,802        3,066      7 years

Buildings

     702        702      39 years

Construction in process

     3,119        3,245     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
     44,354        31,371     

Accumulated depreciation and amortization

     (8,536     (1,165  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Net property and equipment

   $ 35,818      $ 30,206     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
 
 
Changes in Carrying Amount of Goodwill
 
Schedule of Intangible Asset Balances
Schedule of Estimated Future Amortization Expense of Intangible Assets

The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, by operating segment, were as follows (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG     Consolidated  

Balance as of January 1, 2012

   $ —        $ —        $ —     

Goodwill resulting from the Merger

     832,579        43,792        876,371   

Effect of foreign currency translation

     271        —          271   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance as of December 31, 2012

     832,850        43,792        876,642   

Goodwill resulting from Smartrove acquisition

     1,765        —          1,765   

Goodwill resulting from net worth adjustments

     2,079        —          2,079   

Goodwill resulting from income tax adjustments

     1,852        —          1,852   

Effect of foreign currency translation

     (2,228     —          (2,228

Divestiture of 2GIG

     —          (43,792     (43,792
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance as of December 31, 2013

   $ 836,318      $ —        $ 836,318   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table presents intangible asset balances (in thousands):

 

     September  30,
2014
    December  31,
2013
    Estimated
Useful  Lives

Definite-lived intangible assets:

      

Customer contracts

   $ 982,045      $ 984,403      10 years

2.0 technology

     17,000        17,000      8 years

Acquired technologies

     11,140        4,040      3 - 6 years

Patents

     6,207        —        5 years

Skypanel technology

     3,813        3,814      3 years

Non-compete agreements

     2,000        —        2 - 3 years

Other intellectual property

     650        650      2 years

CMS technology

     337        2,300      1 year
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
     1,023,192        1,012,207     

Accumulated amortization

     (283,219     (171,493  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Definite-lived intangible assets, net

     739,973        840,714     

Indefinite-lived intangible assets:

      

IP addresses

     214        —       

Domain names

     59        —       
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Total Indefinite-lived intangible assets

     273        —       
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Total intangible assets, net

   $ 740,246      $ 840,714     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

The following table presents intangible asset balances as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 (in thousands):

 

     December 31,     Estimated
Useful  Lives
     2013     2012    

Customer contracts

   $ 984,403      $ 990,777      10 years

2GIG 2.0 technology

     17,000        17,000      8 years

CMS and other technology

     6,114        2,300      5 years

Smartrove technology

     4,040        —        3 years

Other technology

     650        —         2 years

2GIG customer relationships

     —          45,000      10 years

2GIG 1.0 technology

     —          8,000      6 years
  

 

 

   

 

 

   
     1,012,207        1,063,077     

Accumulated amortization

     (171,493     (10,058  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Net ending balance

   $ 840,714      $ 1,053,019     
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

Estimated future amortization expense of intangible assets, excluding patents currently in process, is as follows as of September 30, 2014 (in thousands):

 

2014—remaining period

   $ 38,010   

2015

     136,093   

2016

     118,480   

2017

     102,113   

2018

     90,342   

Thereafter

     254,767   

Future amortization associated with patents currently in process

     168   
  

 

 

 

Total estimated amortization expense

   $ 739,973   
  

 

 

 

Estimated future amortization expense of intangible assets is as follows (in thousands):

 

2014

   $ 150,352   

2015

     133,900   

2016

     115,781   

2017

     99,704   

2018

     87,627   

Thereafter

     253,350   
  

 

 

 

Total estimated amortization expense

   $ 840,714   
  

 

 

 
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Financial Instruments at Fair Value Based on Valuation Approach Applied to Each Class of Security
     Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using  
     Balance at
September 30,
2014
     Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets

(Level 1)
     Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable
Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

   $ 10,013       $ 10,013       $ —         $ —     

Restricted cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     

Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     

Long-term investments and other assets, net

           

Preferred stock

     3,000         —           —           3,000   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 41,441       $ 38,441       $ —         $ 3,000   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

     Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using  
     Balance at
December 31,
2013
     Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
     Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable
Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

   $ 10,002       $ 10,002       $ —         $ —     

Restricted cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     

Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 38,430       $ 38,430       $ —         $ —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 
Financial Instruments at Fair Value Based on Valuation Approach Applied to Each Class of Security

The following summarizes the financial instruments of the Company at fair value based on the valuation approach applied to each class of security as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 (in thousands):

 

     Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using  
     Balance at
December 31,
2013
     Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets

(Level 1)
     Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs

(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable
Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

   $ 10,002       $ 10,002       $ —         $ —     

Restricted cash equivalents:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     

Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion:

           

Money market funds

     14,214         14,214         —           —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 38,430       $ 38,430       $ —         $ —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

     Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using  
     Balance at
December 31,
2012
     Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical
Assets

(Level 1)
     Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable
Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion:

           

Money market funds

   $ 28,428       $ 28,428       $ —         $ —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 28,428       $ 28,428       $ —         $ —     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 
INCOME TAXES (Tables)

Income tax (benefit) provision consisted of the following (in thousands):

 

    Successor     Predecessor  
    Year ended
  December 31,  
2013
    Period from
November 17,
through
  December 31,  
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
  November 16,  
2012
    Year ended
  December 31,  
2011
 

Current income tax:

         

Federal

  $ (579   $ —        $ 2,635      $ 86   

State

    (1,351     56        837        633   

Foreign

    (145     28        276        —     
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

    (2,075     84        3,748        719   

Deferred income tax:

         

Federal

    8,614        (9,489     —          —     

State

    (1,938     (1,788     —          —     

Foreign

    (1,009     290        1,175        (4,458
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

    5,667        (10,987     1,175        (4,458
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Provision (benefit) for income taxes

  $ 3,592      $ (10,903   $ 4,923      $ (3,739
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 
     Successor     Predecessor  
     Year ended
  December 31,  
2013
    Period from
November 17,
through
  December 31,  
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
  November 16,  
2012
    Year ended
  December 31,  
2011
 
 

Computed expected tax expense

   $ (41,113   $ (13,941   $ (50,970   $ (22,489

State income taxes, net of federal tax effect

     (2,171     (1,143     555        434   

Foreign income taxes

     136        (69     610        831   

Permanent differences

     1,215        534        4,820        193   

Non-deductible acquisition costs

     —          3,716        2,896        —     

Intercompany elimination

     —          —          2,843        —     

Change in valuation allowance

     45,525        —          44,169        17,292   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Provision (benefit) for income taxes

   $ 3,592      $ (10,903   $ 4,923      $ (3,739
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of the deferred tax assets and liabilities were as follows (in thousands):

 

     December 31,  
     2013     2012  

Gross deferred tax assets:

    

Net operating loss carry forwards

   $ 430,327      $ 339,831   

Accrued expenses and allowances

     35,435        25,236   

Inventory reserves

     2,398        528   

Alternative minimum tax credit and research and development credit

     —          101   

Deferred subscriber income

     835        15   

Valuation allowance

     (48,685     —     
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
     420,310        365,711   

Gross deferred tax liabilities:

    

Deferred subscriber contract costs

     (394,448     (354,142

Purchased intangibles

     (29,128     (28,744

Property and equipment

     (4,261     (1,823

Prepaid expenses

     (1,687     (107
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
     (429,524     (384,816
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net deferred tax liability

   $ (9,214   $ (19,105
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

The Company had net operating loss carryforwards as follows (in thousands):

 

     December 31,  
     2013      2012  

Net operating loss carry forwards:

     

United States

   $ 1,021,238       $ 845,095   

State

     967,155         789,687   

Canada

     35,689         32,369   

New Zealand

     1,388         —     
STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Summary of Incentive Unit Activity
 
Summary of Option Activity
 
Stock-Based Compensation Expense
Vivint Stock Appreciation Rights [Member]
 
 
Summary of the SAR Activity
 
Vivint Wireless Stock Appreciation Rights [Member]
 
 
Summary of the SAR Activity
 

risk-free rate of 0.62% to 1.18%. A summary of the Incentive Unit activity for the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2013 is presented below:

 

    Incentive Units     Weighted Average
Exercise Price
Per Share
    Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
    Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (Years)
    Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
                            (in thousands)  

Outstanding, November 17, 2012

    46,484,562      $ 1.00      $ 1.00       

Granted

    —          —          —         

Forfeited

    —          —          —         

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2012

    46,484,562        1.00        1.00       

Granted

    23,175,000        1.00        1.00       

Forfeited

    (1,200,000     1.00        1.00       

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2013

    68,459,562        1.00        1.00        9.12      $ 20,537,869   
 

 

 

         

Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013

    64,000,028        1.00        1.00       

Exercisable at December 31, 2013

    4,459,534        1.00        1.00        9.11        1,337,860   

As of December 31, 2013, there was $6,820,000 of unrecognized compensation expense related to outstanding Incentive Units, which will be recognized over a weighted-average period of 3.89 years.

 

Vivint Stock Appreciation Rights

During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company’s subsidiary, Vivint, awarded Stock Appreciation Rights (“SARs”) to various levels of key employees. The purpose of the SARs is to attract and retain personnel and provide an opportunity to acquire an equity interest of Vivint. The SARs are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by The Blackstone Group, L.P. and its affiliates. In connection with this plan, 8,262,500 SARs have been granted as of December 31, 2013. In addition, 36,065,303 have been reserved for future issuance in accordance with a long-term incentive plan established by the Company. Vivint expects to continue regular quarterly grants to new employees who meet the award criteria.

The fair value of the Vivint awards is measured at the grant date and is recognized as expense over the employee’s requisite service period. The fair value is determined using a Black-Scholes option valuation model with the following assumptions: expected volatility of 60%, expected dividends of 0%; expected exercise term of 6.04 years; and risk-free rate of 1.72%. Due to the lack of historical exercise data, the Company used the simplified method in determining the estimated exercise term, for all Vivint awards. There was no SAR activity for the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012. A summary of the SAR activity for the year ended December 31, 2013 is presented below:

 

    Stock Appreciation
Rights
    Weighted Average
Exercise Price
Per Share
    Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
    Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (Years)
    Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
                            (in thousands)  

Outstanding, December 31, 2012

    —        $ —        $ —         

Granted

    8,262,500        1.00        1.00       

Forfeited

    (356,250     1.00        1.00       

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2013

    7,906,250        1.00        1.00        9.55      $ 2,371,875   
 

 

 

         

Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013

    7,498,524        1.00        1.00       

Exercisable at December 31, 2013

    407,726        1.00        1.00        9.54        122,318   

terminated subsequent to the exercise of all outstanding options. A summary of option activity under the Plan and changes during the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 is presented below:

 

     Shares Subject  to
Outstanding
Options
    Weighted Average
Exercise Price per
Share
 

Outstanding, January 1, 2012

     1,386      $ 3,136   

Granted

     470        4,664   

Forfeited

     (343     4,026   

Exercised

     (1,513     3,409   
  

 

 

   

Outstanding, November 16, 2012

     —          —     
  

 

 

   

Unvested shares expected to vest after November 16, 2012

     —          —     
  

 

 

   

Stock-based compensation expense in connection with stock awards is presented by entity as follows (in thousands):

 

     Nine Months Ended  
     September 30,  
         2014              2013      

Operating expenses

   $ 46       $ 33   

Selling expenses

     136         101   

General and administrative expenses

     1,181         1,183   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total stock-based compensation

   $ 1,363       $ 1,317   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Stock-based compensation expense in connection with all stock-based awards for the year ended December 31, 2013, the Successor Period ended December 31, 2012, the Predecessor Period ended November 16, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2011 is presented by entity as follows (in thousands):

 

     Successor     Predecessor  
     Year ended
December 31,
2013
     Period from
November 17,
through
December 31,
2012
    Period from
January 1,
through
November 16,
2012
     Year ended
December 31,
2011
 
 

Operating expenses

   $ 62       $ —        $ 14       $ 19   

Selling expenses

     158         —          36         3   

General and administrative expenses

     1,736         —          2,321         758   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total stock-based compensation

   $ 1,956       $ —        $ 2,371       $ 780   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

2012. A summary of the SAR activity for the year ended December 31, 2013 is presented below:

 

    Stock Appreciation
Rights
    Weighted Average
Exercise Price
Per Share
    Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
    Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (Years)
    Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
                            (in thousands)  

Outstanding, December 31, 2012

    —        $ —        $ —         

Granted

    8,262,500        1.00        1.00       

Forfeited

    (356,250     1.00        1.00       

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2013

    7,906,250        1.00        1.00        9.55      $ 2,371,875   
 

 

 

         

Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013

    7,498,524        1.00        1.00       

Exercisable at December 31, 2013

    407,726        1.00        1.00        9.54        122,318   

December 31, 2012. A summary of the SAR activity for the year ended December 31, 2013 is presented below:

 

    Stock Appreciation
Rights
    Weighted Average
Exercise Price
Per Share
    Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
    Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (Years)
    Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
                            (in thousands)  

Outstanding, December 31, 2012

    —        $ —        $ —         

Granted

    70,000        5.00        5.00       

Forfeited

    —          —          —         

Exercised

    —          —          —         
 

 

 

         

Outstanding, December 31, 2013

    70,000        5.00        5.00        9.42      $ 105,000   
 

 

 

         

Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013

    70,000        5.00        5.00       

Exercisable at December 31, 2013

    —          —          —          —          —     
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Tables)
Future Minimum Lease Payments

As of December 31, 2013, future minimum lease payments were as follows (in thousands):

 

     Operating      Capital     Total  

2014

   $ 8,241       $ 4,980      $ 13,221   

2015

     8,975         2,801        11,776   

2016

     9,794         1,987        11,781   

2017

     9,889         1,863        11,752   

2018

     9,825         —          9,825   

Thereafter

     70,045         —          70,045   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 
     116,769         11,631        128,400   

Amounts representing interest

     —           (1,164     (1,164
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total lease payments

   $ 116,769       $ 10,467      $ 127,236   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 
SEGMENT REPORTING (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
 
 
Summary of Revenue, Costs and Expenses and Assets
Revenues and Long-Lived Assets by Geographic Region
 

The following table presents a summary of revenue, costs and expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and assets as of September 30, 2013 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG      Eliminations     Consolidated Total  

Revenues

   $ 350,690      $ 60,220       $ (42,713   $ 368,197   

All other costs and expenses

     389,321        52,200         (32,914     408,607   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from operations

   $ (38,631   $ 8,020       $ (9,799   $ (40,410
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Intangible assets, including goodwill

   $ 1,720,152      $ —         $ —        $ 1,720,152   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 2,291,541      $ —         $ —        $ 2,291,541   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table presents a summary of revenue, costs and expenses and assets as of December 31, 2013 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG      Eliminations     Consolidated
Total
 

Revenues

   $ 483,401      $ 60,220       $ (42,713   $ 500,908   

All other costs and expenses

     536,502        52,200         (32,914     555,788   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from operations

   $ (53,101   $ 8,020       $ (9,799   $ (54,880
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Intangible assets, including goodwill

   $ 1,677,032      $ —         $ —        $ 1,677,032   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 2,424,434      $ —         $ —        $ 2,424,434   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table presents a summary of revenue, costs and expenses and assets as of December 31, 2012 and for the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG     Eliminations     Consolidated
Total
 

Revenues

   $ 50,791      $ 12,372      $ (5,557   $ 57,606   

Transaction related costs

     28,118        3,767        —          31,885   

All other costs and expenses

     46,241        12,712        (5,039     53,914   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

   $ (23,568   $ (4,107   $ (518   $ (28,193
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Intangible assets, including goodwill

   $ 1,840,065      $ 85,933      $ 3,663      $ 1,929,661   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 2,050,529      $ 115,881      $ (11,062   $ 2,155,348   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table presents a summary of revenue and costs and expenses for the Predecessor Period from January 1, 2012 through November 16, 2012 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint     2GIG      Eliminations     Consolidated
Total
 

Revenues

   $ 346,270      $ 112,136       $ (60,836   $ 397,570   

Transaction related costs

     22,219        1,242         —          23,461   

All other costs and expenses

     365,300        104,276         (52,474     417,102   
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from operations

   $ (41,249   $ 6,618       $ (8,362   $ (42,993
  

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table presents a summary of revenue, costs and expenses for the year ended December 31, 2011 (in thousands):

 

     Vivint      2GIG      Eliminations     Consolidated
Total
 

Revenues

   $ 312,422       $ 129,265       $ (101,739   $ 339,948   

All other costs and expenses

     267,973         121,967         (89,006     300,934   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Income from operations

   $ 44,449       $ 7,298       $ (12,733   $ 39,014   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Revenues and long-lived assets by geographic region as of and for the year ended December 31, 2013, the Successor Period from November 17, 2012 through December 31, 2012, the Predecessor Period from January 1, 2012 through November 16, 2012, and for the year ended December 31, 2011, were as follows (in thousands):

 

     United States      Canada      Total  

As of and for

        

Successor Year ended December 31, 2013

        

Revenue from external customers

   $ 474,344       $ 26,564       $ 500,908   

Property and equipment, net

     35,220         598         35,818   

Successor Period from November 17 through December 31, 2012

        

Revenue from external customers

   $ 52,196       $ 5,410       $ 57,606   

Property and equipment, net

     29,415         791         30,206   

Predecessor Period from January 1, through November 16, 2012

        

Revenue from external customers

   $ 363,875       $ 33,695       $ 397,570   

Predecessor Year ended December 31, 2011

        

Revenue from external customers

   $ 312,626       $ 27,322       $ 339,948   

Property and equipment, net

     26,402         38         26,440   
GUARANTOR AND NON-GUARANTOR SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION (Tables)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013

Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet

September 30, 2014

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Parent      APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
     Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
     Eliminations     Consolidated  

Assets

               

Current assets

   $ —         $ 29,821      $ 172,094       $ 31,551       $ (40,142   $ 193,324   

Property and equipment, net

     —           —          51,283         594         —          51,877   

Subscriber acquisition costs, net

     —           —          483,723         47,257         —          530,980   

Deferred financing costs, net

     —           54,602        —           —           —          54,602   

Investment in subsidiaries

     261,597         2,087,261        —           —           (2,348,858     —     

Intercompany receivable

     —           —          59,324         —           (59,324     —     

Intangible assets, net

     —           —          677,141         63,105         —          740,246   

Goodwill

     —           —          811,947         30,718         —          842,665   

Restricted cash

     —           —          14,214         —           —          14,214   

Long-term investments and other assets

     —           —          9,858         16         —          9,874   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

   $ 261,597       $ 2,171,684      $ 2,279,584       $ 173,241       $ (2,448,324   $ 2,437,782   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

               

Current liabilities

   $ —         $ 46,781      $ 193,642       $ 52,231       $ (40,142   $ 252,512   

Intercompany payable

     —           —          —           59,324         (59,324     —     

Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion

     —           1,863,413        —           —           —          1,863,413   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

     —           —          8,950         11         —          8,961   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

     —           —          29,149         3,145         —          32,294   

Other long-term obligations

     —           —          8,742         379         —          9,121   

Deferred income tax liability

     —           (107     1,396         8,595         —          9,884   

Total equity

     261,597         261,597        2,037,705         49,556         (2,348,858     261,597   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

   $ 261,597       $ 2,171,684      $ 2,279,584       $ 173,241       $ (2,448,324   $ 2,437,782   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet

December 31, 2013

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Parent      APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
     Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
     Eliminations     Consolidated  

Assets

               

Current assets

   $ —         $ 249,209      $ 89,768       $ 7,163       $ (24,137   $ 322,003   

Property and equipment, net

     —           —          35,218         600         —          35,818   

Subscriber acquisition costs, net

     —           —          262,064         26,252         —          288,316   

Deferred financing costs, net

     —           59,375        —           —           —          59,375   

Investment in subsidiaries

     490,243         1,953,465        —           —           (2,443,708     —     

Intercompany receivable

     —           —          44,658         —           (44,658     —     

Intangible assets, net

     —           —          764,296         76,418         —          840,714   

Goodwill

     —           —          804,041         32,277         —          836,318   

Restricted cash

     —           —          14,214         —           —          14,214   

Long-term investments and other assets

     —           (302     27,954         24         —          27,676   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

   $ 490,243       $ 2,261,747      $ 2,042,213       $ 142,734       $ (2,512,503   $ 2,424,434   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 
               

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

               

Current liabilities

   $ —         $ 9,561      $ 117,544       $ 31,254       $ (24,137   $ 134,222   

Intercompany payable

     —           —          —           44,658         (44,658     —     

Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion

     —           1,762,049        —           —           —          1,762,049   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

     —           —          6,268         —           —          6,268   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

     —           —          16,676         1,857         —          18,533   

Other long-term obligations

     —           —          3,559         346         —          3,905   

Deferred income tax liability

     —           (106     289         9,031         —          9,214   

Total equity

     490,243         490,243        1,897,877         55,588         (2,443,708     490,243   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

   $ 490,243       $ 2,261,747      $ 2,042,213       $ 142,734       $ (2,512,503   $ 2,424,434   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet

December 31, 2013 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Assets

           

Current assets

  $ —        $ 249,209      $ 89,768      $ 7,163      $ (24,137   $ 322,003   

Property and equipment, net

    —          —          35,218        600        —          35,818   

Subscriber acquisition costs, net

    —          —          262,064        26,252        —          288,316   

Deferred financing costs, net

    —          59,375        —          —          —          59,375   

Investment in subsidiaries

    490,243        1,953,465        —          —          (2,443,708     —     

Intercompany receivable

    —          —          44,658        —          (44,658     —     

Intangible assets, net

    —          —          764,296        76,418        —          840,714   

Goodwill

    —          —          804,041        32,277        —          836,318   

Restricted cash

    —          —          14,214        —          —          14,214   

Long-term investments and other assets

    —          (302     27,954        24        —          27,676   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

  $ 490,243      $ 2,261,747      $ 2,042,213      $ 142,734      $ (2,512,503   $ 2,424,434   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

           

Current liabilities

  $ —        $ 9,561      $ 117,544      $ 31,254      $ (24,137   $ 134,222   

Intercompany payable

    —          —          —          44,658        (44,658     —     

Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion

    —          1,762,049        —          —          —          1,762,049   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

    —          —          6,268        —          —          6,268   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

    —          —          16,676        1,857        —          18,533   

Other long-term obligations

    —          —          3,559        346        —          3,905   

Deferred income tax liability

    —          (106     289        9,031        —          9,214   

Total equity

    490,243        490,243        1,897,877        55,588        (2,443,708     490,243   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

  $ 490,243      $ 2,261,747      $ 2,042,213      $ 142,734      $ (2,512,503   $ 2,424,434   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet

December 31, 2012 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Assets

           

Current assets

  $ —        $ 220      $ 79,469      $ 6,511      $ (10,927   $ 75,273   

Property and equipment, net

    —          —          29,415        791        —          30,206   

Subscriber acquisition costs, net

    —          —          11,518        1,235        —          12,753   

Deferred financing costs, net

    —          57,322        —          —          —          57,322   

Investment in subsidiaries

    679,279        1,966,582        —          —          (2,645,861     —     

Intercompany receivable

    —          —          51,754        —          (51,754     —     

Intangible assets, net

    —          —          955,291        97,728        —          1,053,019   

Goodwill

    —          —          842,136        34,506        —          876,642   

Restricted cash

    —          —          28,428        —          —          28,428   

Long-term investments and other assets

    —          —          21,676        29        —          21,705   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

  $ 679,279      $ 2,024,124      $ 2,019,687      $ 140,800      $ (2,708,542   $ 2,155,348   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

           

Current liabilities

  $ —        $ 11,845      $ 91,311      $ 15,878      $ (10,927   $ 108,107   

Intercompany payable

    —          —          —          51,754        (51,754     —     

Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion

    —          1,333,000        —          —          —          1,333,000   

Capital lease obligations, net of current portion

    —          —          4,768        —          —          4,768   

Deferred revenue, net of current portion

    —          —          659        49        —          708   

Other long-term obligations

    —          —          2,096        161        —          2,257   

Deferred income tax liability

    —          —          16,519        10,710        —          27,229   

Total equity

    679,279        679,279        1,904,334        62,248        (2,645,861     679,279   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

  $ 679,279      $ 2,024,124      $ 2,019,687      $ 140,800      $ (2,708,542   $ 2,155,348   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

    Parent     APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

  $ —        $ —        $ 387,985      $ 25,623      $ (2,360   $ 411,248   

Costs and expenses

    —          —          450,099        28,582        (2,360     476,321   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

    —          —          (62,114     (2,959     —          (65,073

Loss from subsidiaries

    (173,015     (64,774     —          —          237,789        —     

Other income (expense), net

    50,000        (108,207     (24     (30     (50,000     (108,261
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss before income tax expenses

    (123,015     (172,981     (62,138     (2,989     187,789        (173,334

Income tax expense

    —          34        (809     456        —          (319
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

  $ (123,015   $ (173,015   $ (61,329   $ (3,445   $ 187,789      $ (173,015
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive income, net of tax effects:

           

Net loss

  $ (123,015   $ (173,015   $ (61,329   $ (3,445   $ 187,789      $ (173,015

Foreign currency translation adjustment

    —          (6,994     (4,408     (2,586     6,994        (6,994
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive loss

    —          (6,994     (4,408     (2,586     6,994        (6,994
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

  $ (123,015   $ (180,009   $ (65,737   $ (6,031   $ 194,783      $ (180,009
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

    Parent     APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

  $ —        $ —        $ 350,358      $ 20,103      $ (2,264   $ 368,197   

Costs and expenses

    —          —          387,796        23,075        (2,264     408,607   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

    —          —          (37,438     (2,972     —          (40,410

Loss from subsidiaries

    (87,341     (51,671     —          —          139,012        —     

Other expense, net

    60,000        (35,670     405        (68     (60,000     (35,333
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss before income tax expenses

    (27,341     (87,341     (37,033     (3,040     79,012        (75,743

Income tax expense (benefit)

    —          —          12,447        (849     —          11,598   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

  $ (27,341   $ (87,341   $ (49,480   $ (2,191   $ 79,012      $ (87,341
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive loss, net of tax effects:

           

Net loss

  $ (27,341   $ (87,341   $ (49,480   $ (2,191   $ 79,012      $ (87,341

Foreign currency translation adjustment

    —          (3,981     (1,959     (2,022     3,981        (3,981
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive loss

    —          (3,981     (1,959     (2,022     3,981        (3,981
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

  $ (27,341   $ (91,322   $ (51,439   $ (4,213   $ 82,993      $ (91,322
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Year Ended December 31, 2013 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

  $ —        $ —        $ 476,168      $ 27,790      $ (3,050   $ 500,908   

Costs and expenses

    —          —          527,403        31,435        (3,050     555,788   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

    —          —          (51,235     (3,645     —          (54,880

Loss from subsidiaries

    (124,513     (57,752     —          —          182,265        —     

Other income (expense), net

    60,000        (66,867     906        (80     (60,000     (66,041
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss before income tax expenses

    (64,513     (124,619     (50,329     (3,725     122,265        (120,921

Income tax expense (benefit)

    —          (106     4,853        (1,155     —          3,592   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

  $ (64,513   $ (124,513   $ (55,182   $ (2,570   $ 122,265      $ (124,513
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive loss, net of tax effects:

           

Net loss

  $ (64,513   $ (124,513   $ (55,182   $ (2,570   $ 122,265      $ (124,513

Foreign currency translation adjustment

    —          (8,558     (4,641     (3,917     8,558        (8,558
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive loss

    —          (8,558     (4,641     (3,917     8,558        (8,558
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

  $ (64,513   $ (133,071   $ (59,823   $ (6,487   $ 130,823      $ (133,071
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Period From November 17, 2012 to December 31, 2012 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

     Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

   $ —        $ —        $ 54,251      $ 3,412      $ (57   $ 57,606   

Costs and expenses

     —          —          83,477        2,379        (57     85,799   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from operations

     —          —          (29,226     1,033        —          (28,193

(Loss) income from subsidiaries

     (30,102     (17,549     —          —          47,651        —     

Other income (expense)

     —          (12,553     (256     (3     —          (12,812
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

(Loss) income from continuing operations before income tax expenses

     (30,102     (30,102     (29,482     1,030        47,651        (41,005

Income tax (benefit) expense

     —          —          (11,193     290        —          (10,903
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net (loss) income

   $ (30,102   $ (30,102   $ (18,289   $ 740      $ 47,651      $ (30,102
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive (loss) income net of tax effects:

            

Net (loss) income before non-controlling interests

   $ (30,102   $ (30,102   $ (18,289   $ 740      $ 47,651      $ (30,102

Foreign currency translation adjustment

     —          928        444        484        (928     928   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive (loss) income

   $ (30,102   $ (29,174   $ (17,845   $ 1,224      $ 46,723      $ (29,174
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Period From January 1, 2012 to November 16, 2012 (Predecessor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

  $ —       $ —       $ 375,502      $ 23,431      $ (1,363   $ 397,570   

Costs and expenses

    —         —         413,378        28,548        (1,363     440,563   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from operations

    —         —         (37,876     (5,117     —         (42,993

Loss from subsidiaries

    —         (153,517     —         —         153,517        —    

Other expense

    —         —         (103,830     (2,851     —         (106,681
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from continuing operations before income tax expenses

    —         (153,517     (141,706     (7,968     153,517        (149,674

Income tax expense

    —         —         3,500        1,423        —         4,923   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from continuing operations

    —         (153,517     (145,206     (9,391     153,517        (154,597

Loss from discontinued operations

    —         —         (239     —         —         (239
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss before non-controlling interests

    —         (153,517     (145,445     (9,391     153,517        (154,836

Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests

    —         —         6,781        (8,100     —         (1,319
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

  $ —       $ (153,517   $ (152,226   $ (1,291   $ 153,517      $ (153,517
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax effects:

           

Net income before non-controlling interests

  $ —       $ (153,517   $ (145,445   $ (9,391   $ 153,517      $ (154,836

Change in fair value of interest rate swap agreement

    —         318        318        —         (318     318   

Foreign currency translation adjustment

    —         708        708        —         (708     708   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive income

    —         1,026        1,026        —         (1,026     1,026   

Comprehensive loss before non-controlling interests

    —         (152,491     (144,419     (9,391     152,491        (153,810

Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests

    —         —         6,781        (8,100     —         (1,319
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

  $ —       $ (152,491   $ (151,200   $ (1,291   $ 152,491      $ (152,491
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

For the Year Ended December 31, 2011 (Predecessor)

(In thousands)

 

     Parent      APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues

   $ —        $ —       $ 350,572      $ (956   $ (9,668   $ 339,948   

Costs and expenses

     —          —         295,854        14,748        (9,668     300,934   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Income (loss) from operations

     —          —         54,718        (15,704     —         39,014   

Loss from subsidiaries

     —          (68,546     —         —         68,546        —    

Other expense

     —          —         (97,993     (4,248     —         (102,241
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from continuing operations before income tax expenses

     —          (68,546     (43,275     (19,952     68,546        (63,227

Income tax expense (benefit)

     —          —         719        (4,458     —         (3,739
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Loss from continuing operations

     —          (68,546     (43,994     (15,494     68,546        (59,488

Loss from discontinued operations

     —          —         (2,917     —         —         (2,917
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss before non-controlling interests

     —          (68,546     (46,911     (15,494     68,546        (62,405

Net income attributable to non-controlling interests

     —          —         6,769        345        (973     6,141   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net loss

   $ —        $ (68,546   $ (53,680   $ (15,839   $ 69,519      $ (68,546
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax effects:

             

Net loss before non-controlling interests

   $ —        $ (68,546   $ (46,911   $ (15,494   $ 68,546      $ (62,405

Change in fair value of interest rate swap agreement

     —          563        563        —         (563     563   

Foreign currency translation adjustment

     —          (1,734     (2,104     370        1,734        (1,734
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive (loss) income

     —          (1,171     (1,541     370        1,171        (1,171

Comprehensive loss before non-controlling interests

     —          (69,717     (48,452     (15,124     69,717        (63,576

Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interests

     —          —         6,769        345        (973     6,141   
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive loss

   $ —        $ (69,717   $ (55,221   $ (15,469   $ 70,690      $ (69,717
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Parent     APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

            

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

   $ 50,000      $ (1,725   $ 56,833      $ 36,548      $ (50,000   $ 91,656   

Cash flows from investing activities:

            

Subscriber contract costs

     —          —          (258,407     (26,505     —          (284,912

Capital expenditures

     —          —          (19,668     (188     —          (19,856

Investment in subsidiary

     —          (266,649     —          —          266,649        —     

Acquisition of intangible assets

     —          —          (6,421     —          —          (6,421

Net cash used in acquisition

     —          —          (18,500     —          —          (18,500

Investment in marketable securities

     —          (60,000     —          —          —          (60,000

Proceeds from marketable securities

     —          60,069        —          —          —          60,069   

Investment in convertible note

     —          —          (3,000     —          —          (3,000

Other assets

     —          —          (99     7        —          (92
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

     —          (266,580     (306,095     (26,686     266,649        (332,712

Cash flows from financing activities:

            

Proceeds from issuance of notes

     —          102,000        —          —          —          102,000   

Intercompany receivable

     —          —          (14,666     —          14,666        —     

Intercompany payable

     —          —          266,649        14,666        (281,315     —     

Proceeds from contract sales

     —          —          2,261        —          —          2,261   

Change in restricted cash

     —          —          161        —          —          161   

Repayments of capital lease obligations

     —          —          (4,526     (2     —          (4,528

Deferred financing costs

     —          (2,782     —          —          —          (2,782

Payment of dividends

     (50,000     (50,000     —          —          50,000        (50,000
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

     (50,000     49,218        249,879        14,664        (216,649     47,112   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

     —          —          —          (775     —          (775
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net (decrease) increase in cash

     —          (219,087     617        23,751        —          (194,719

Cash:

            

Beginning of period

     —          248,908        8,291        4,706        —          261,905   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

   $ —        $ 29,821      $ 8,908      $ 28,457      $ —        $ 67,186   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013

(In thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Parent     APX Group, Inc.     Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

            

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

   $ 60,000      $ (115   $ 105,177      $ 34,609      $ (60,000   $ 139,671   

Cash flows from investing activities:

            

Subscriber contract costs

     —          —          (240,678     (26,554     —          (267,232

Capital expenditures

     —          —          (5,764     (24     —          (5,788

Proceeds from the sale of subsidiary

     —          144,750        —          —          —          144,750   

Investment in subsidiary

     —          (178,077     —          —          178,077        —     

Proceeds from the sale of capital assets

     —          —          9        —          —          9   

Net cash used in acquisition

     —          —          (4,272     —          —          (4,272

Other assets

     —          —          (8,192     3        —          (8,189
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

     —          (33,327     (258,897     (26,575     178,077        (140,722

Cash flows from financing activities:

            

Proceeds from note payable

     —          203,500        —          —          —          203,500   

Intercompany receivable

     —          —          (9,451     —          9,451        —     

Intercompany payable

     —          —          178,077        9,451        (187,528     —     

Repayments of revolving line of credit

     —          (50,500     —          —          —          (50,500

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

     —          22,500        —          —          —          22,500   

Repayments of capital lease obligations

     —          —          (5,208     —          —          (5,208

Deferred financing costs

       (5,429     —          —          —          (5,429

Payment of dividends

     (60,000     (60,000     —          —          60,000        (60,000
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

     (60,000     110,071        163,418        9,451        (118,077     104,863   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

     —          —          —          (169     —          (169
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase in cash

     —          76,629        9,698        17,316        —          103,643   

Cash:

            

Beginning of period

     —          399        4,188        3,503        —          8,090   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

   $ —        $ 77,028      $ 13,886      $ 20,819      $ —        $ 111,733   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Year ended December 31, 2013 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

           

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

  $ 60,000      $ (201   $ 43,219      $ 36,407      $ (60,000   $ 79,425   

Cash flows from investing activities:

           

Subscriber contract costs

    —          —          (270,707     (27,936     —          (298,643

Capital expenditures

    —          —          (8,620     (56     —          (8,676

Proceeds from the sale of subsidiary

    —          144,750        —          —          —          144,750   

Investment in subsidiary

    —          (254,394     —          —          254,394        —     

Proceeds from the sale of capital assets

    —          —          9        —          —          9   

Net cash used in acquisition

    —          —          (4,272     —          —          (4,272

Other assets

    —          —          (9,648     3        —          (9,645
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

    —          (109,644     (293,238     (27,989     254,394        (176,477

Cash flows from financing activities:

           

Proceeds from notes payable

    —          457,250        —          —          —          457,250   

Intercompany receivable

    —          —          7,096        —          (7,096     —     

Intercompany payable

    —          —          254,394        (7,096     (247,298     —     

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

    —          22,500        —          —          —          22,500   

Repayments on revolving line of credit

    —          (50,500     —          —          —          (50,500

Change in restricted cash

    —          —          (161     —          —          (161

Repayments of capital lease obligations

    —          —          (7,207     —          —          (7,207

Deferred financing costs

    —          (10,896     —          —          —          (10,896

Payment of dividends

    (60,000     (60,000     —          —          60,000        (60,000
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

    (60,000     358,354        254,122        (7,096     (194,394     350,986   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

    —          —          —          (119     —          (119
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase in cash

    —          248,509        4,103        1,203        —          253,815   

Cash:

           

Beginning of period

    —          399        4,188        3,503        —          8,090   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

  $ —        $ 248,908      $ 8,291      $ 4,706      $ —        $ 261,905   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Period From November 17, 2012 to December 31, 2012 (Successor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

           

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

  $ —       $ 399      $ (22,272   $ 326      $ (3,696   $ (25,243

Cash flows from investing activities:

           

Subscriber contract costs

    —         —         (11,683     (1,255     —         (12,938

Capital expenditures

    —         —         (1,333     (123     —         (1,456

Net cash used in acquisition of the predecessor including transaction costs, net of cash acquired

    —         (1,915,473     —         —         —         (1,915,473

Investment in subsidiary

    (708,453     (67,626     (3,696     —         779,775        —    

Other assets

    —         —         (19,587     —         —         (19,587
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

    (708,453     (1,983,099     (36,299     (1,378     779,775        (1,949,454

Cash flows from financing activities:

           

Proceeds from notes payable

    —         1,333,000        —         —         —         1,333,000   

Proceeds from the issuance of common stock in connection with acquisition of the predecessor

    708,453        708,453        —         —         (708,453     708,453   

Intercompany payable

    —         —         63,112        4,514        (67,626     —    

Repayments of capital lease obligations

    —         —         (353     —         —         (353

Deferred financing costs

    —         (58,354     —         —         —         (58,354
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by financing activities

    708,453        1,983,099        62,759        4,514        (776,079     1,982,746   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

    —         —         —         41        —         41   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase in cash

    —         399        4,188        3,503        —         8,090   

Cash:

           

Beginning of period

    —         —         —         —         —         —    
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

  $ —       $ 399      $ 4,188      $ 3,503      $ —       $ 8,090   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Period From January 1, 2012 to November 16, 2012 (Predecessor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

           

Net cash provided by operating activities

  $ —       $ —       $ 100,385      $ 43,330      $ (48,344   $ 95,371   

Cash flows from investing activities:

           

Subscriber contract costs

    —         —         (205,705     (58,026     —         (263,731

Capital expenditures

    —         —         (5,231     (663     —         (5,894

Proceeds from the sale of capital assets

    —         —         274        —         —         274   

Investment in subsidiary

    —         (4,562     —         —         4,562        —    

Other assets

    —         —         (725     (18     —         (743
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

    —         (4,562     (211,387     (58,707     4,562        (270,094

Cash flows from financing activities:

           

Proceeds from notes payable

    —         —         116,163        —         —         116,163   

Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock and warrants

    —         4,562        —         —         —         4,562   

Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock by Solar

    —         —         —         5,000        —         5,000   

Capital contributions-non-controlling interest

    —         —         —         9,193        —         9,193   

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

    —         —         101,000        4,000        —         105,000   

Intercompany receivable

    —         —         (46,036     —         46,036        —    

Intercompany payable

    —         —         —         2,254        (2,254     —    

Repayments on revolving line of credit

    —         —         (42,241     —         —         (42,241

Change in restricted cash

    —         —         —         (152     —         (152

Repayments of capital lease obligations

    —         —         (4,060     —         —         (4,060

Excess tax benefit from share-based payment awards

    —         —         2,651        —         —         2,651   

Deferred financing costs

    —         —         (5,720     (964     —         (6,684

Payments of dividends

    —         —         —         (80     —         (80
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by financing activities

    —         4,562        121,757        19,251        43,782        189,352   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

    —         —         —         (251     —         (251
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase in cash

    —         —         10,755        3,623        —         14,378   

Cash:

           

Beginning of period

    —         —         2,817        863        —         3,680   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

  $ —       $ —       $ 13,572      $ 4,486      $ —       $ 18,058   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

For the Year Ended December 31, 2011 (Predecessor)

(In thousands)

 

    Parent     APX
Group, Inc.
    Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

Cash flows from operating activities:

           

Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities

  $ —       $ —       $ (47,002   $ 13,962      $ (3,802   $ (36,842

Cash flows from investing activities:

           

Subscriber contract costs

    —         —         (178,824     (24,753     —         (203,577

Capital expenditures

    —         —         (6,516     (5     —         (6,521

Proceeds from the sale of capital assets

    —         —         185        —         —         185   

Investment in subsidiary

    —         (45,068       —         45,068        —    

Other assets

    —         —         2,315        (5     —         2,310   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

    —         (45,068     (182,840     (24,763     45,068        (207,603

Cash flows from financing activities:

           

Proceeds from notes payable

    —         —         187,500        5,000        (5,000     187,500   

Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock and warrants

    —         45,068        —         —         —         45,068   

Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock by Solar

    —         —         —         5,000        —         5,000   

Capital contributions- non- controlling interest

    —         —         —         224        —         224   

Intercompany payable

    —         —         36,266        —         (36,266     —    

Borrowings from revolving line of credit

    —         —         87,300        —         —         87,300   

Repayments on revolving line of credit

    —         —         (75,209     —         —         (75,209

Change in restricted cash

    —         —         —         (1,348     —         (1,348

Repayments of capital lease obligations

    —         —         (2,357     —         —         (2,357

Deferred financing costs

    —         —         (2,000     —         —         (2,000
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by financing activities

    —         45,068        231,500        8,876        (41,266     244,178   

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

    —         —         —         247        —         247   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net increase (decrease) in cash

    —         —         1,658        (1,678     —         (20

Cash:

           

Beginning of period

    —         —         3,700        —         —         3,700   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

End of period

  $ —       $ —       $ 5,358      $ (1,678   $ —       $ 3,680   
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 
Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
1 Months Ended 3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Mar. 31, 2014
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2008
Nov. 16, 2012
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2010
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Smartrove Acquisition [Member]
Apr. 1, 2013
2GIG Sale [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
2GIG Sale [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
2GIG Sale [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
SkyControl Panels [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Sales Channel Partners [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Sales Channel Partners [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Maximum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Maximum [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Minimum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Minimum [Member]
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Business acquisition, date
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
May 29, 2013 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deferred revenue recognition, declining balance method period
 
 
12 years 
 
12 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deferred revenue recognition, declining balance method percentage
 
 
150.00% 
 
150.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization percentage on subscriber contract costs
150.00% 
 
150.00% 
 
150.00% 
 
 
 
150.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization duration of declining balance method
12 years 
 
12 years 
 
12 years 
 
 
 
12 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Estimated useful life of intangible assets
 
 
 
 
10 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
10 years 
10 years 
2 years 
2 years 
Restricted cash and cash equivalents
 
 
$ 14,214,000 
 
$ 14,375,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Restricted cash equivalents, maturity period
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3 months 
 
 
Allowance for doubtful accounts
2,301,000 
 
3,282,000 
2,560,000 
1,901,000 
2,301,000 
 
3,649,000 
3,649,000 
1,903,000 
2,301,000 
1,484,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounts receivable classified as held for sale
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Allowance for excess and obsolete inventory
1,484,000 
 
 
 
3,167,000 
1,484,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Wrote off unamortized deferred financing costs
 
 
 
 
3,451,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deferred financing cost, net
57,322,000 
 
54,600,000 
 
59,375,000 
57,322,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deferred financing cost, accumulated amortization
1,032,000 
 
17,400,000 
 
9,875,000 
1,032,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization expenses included in interest expense
1,032,000 
 
6,919,000 
6,430,000 
8,642,000 
 
 
 
6,619,000 
7,709,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
38,232,000 
 
67,318,000 
 
33,118,000 
38,232,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2,426,000 
1,418,000 
 
 
 
 
Advertising expenses incurred
1,686,000 
 
 
 
23,038,000 
 
 
 
8,204,000 
8,505,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from sale of contracts
 
2,300,000 
 
 
 
 
118,136,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Percentage of installed panels
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
75.00% 
87.00% 
17.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Supply agreement period
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5 years 
 
5 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Transfer between levels of fair value hierarchy
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Unused letters of credit
2,168,000 
 
 
 
2,174,000 
2,168,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Qualitative factors to determine asset impairment percentage
 
 
 
 
50.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents maturity period
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3 months 
 
 
 
Amortization expense on deferred financing costs included in interest expense
 
 
7,600,000 
6,500,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales commission included in accrued expenses and other liabilities
 
 
400,000 
 
300,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other long-term obligations
 
 
2,700,000 
 
2,400,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Uncertain income tax position
 
 
50.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Agreement with buyer to provide services for the contracts sold, period
 
 
10 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization period of liability - contracts sold
 
 
12 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Liability-contracts sold, current
 
 
2,100,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Issued and unused letters of credit
 
 
$ 3,000,000 
 
$ 2,200,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Changes in Company's Allowance for Accounts Receivable (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Sep. 30, 2014
Provision For Doubtful Account [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Provision For Doubtful Account [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Basis Of Presentation And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Beginning balance
$ 3,649 
$ 1,901 
$ 2,301 
$ 2,301 
 
 
$ 1,903 
$ 1,484 
$ 2,301 
Provision for doubtful accounts
1,307 
11,237 
8,299 
10,360 
11,275 
8,299 
8,204 
7,026 
 
Write-offs and adjustments
(2,655)
(9,894)
(8,040)
(10,760)
 
 
(6,458)
(6,607)
 
Balance at end of period
$ 2,301 
$ 3,282 
$ 2,560 
$ 1,901 
 
 
$ 3,649 
$ 1,903 
$ 2,301 
Business Combinations (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
1 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Blackstone Group [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Blackstone Group [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Blackstone Group [Member]
Installment
Dec. 31, 2013
Blackstone Group [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Blackstone Group [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Smartrove Acquisition [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Space Monkey Acquisition [Member]
Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 10, 2014
Space Monkey Acquisition [Member]
Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Wildfire Acquisition [Member]
Subsidiaries [Member]
Jan. 31, 2014
Wildfire Acquisition [Member]
Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Technology Company [Member]
Jul. 1, 2016
Technology Company [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Scenario, Forecast [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Investment in equity
 
 
 
 
 
$ 155,160,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deposit in escrow
 
 
 
28,428,000 
 
28,428,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Adjustments to total purchase consideration
 
 
 
 
 
54,300,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Payments to employees due period
 
 
 
 
 
2 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total consideration transferred
 
 
 
 
 
1,935,638,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Restricted cash
28,428,000 
14,214,000 
14,214,000 
 
 
28,428,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Percentage of total payment
 
 
 
 
 
50.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of payments installments
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Transaction cost, bonus and other payments to employees
 
 
 
 
 
48,586,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Remaining percentage of total payment
 
 
 
 
 
50.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Subscriber attrition rates and discount rates
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.00% 
14.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Transaction cost
31,885,000 
 
 
31,885,000 
23,461,000 
31,540,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Acquisition date of wholly-owned subsidiary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
May 29, 2013 
Sep. 10, 2014 
 
Jan. 31, 2014 
 
 
 
Aggregate cash consideration
 
 
 
 
 
1,935,638,000 
 
 
4,275,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aggregate cash consideration, escrow
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
870,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Percentage of stock acquisition
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
100.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aggregate cash consideration
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
15,000,000 
 
3,439,000 
 
 
Escrow for indemnification obligations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,500,000 
 
400,000 
 
 
 
Cost-based investment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 300,000 
$ 2,700,000 
Business Combinations - Summary of Purchase Price Consideration (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Nov. 16, 2012
Dec. 31, 2013
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
 
 
 
Less: Transaction costs
$ (31,885)
 
 
Blackstone Group [Member]
 
 
 
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
 
 
 
Revolving line of credit
 
 
10,000 
Issuance of bonds, net of issuance costs
 
 
1,246,646 
Contributed equity
 
 
713,821 
Less: Transaction costs
(31,885)
(23,461)
(31,540)
Less: Net worth adjustment
 
 
(3,289)
Total purchase consideration
 
 
$ 1,935,638 
Business Combinations (Summary of Estimated Fair Value of Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed) (Details) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2013
Blackstone Group [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Smartrove [Member]
Jan. 31, 2014
Wildfire Acquisition [Member]
Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 10, 2014
Space Monkey Acquisition [Member]
Subsidiaries [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Current assets acquired
 
 
 
$ 73,239 
 
 
 
Net assets acquired
 
 
 
 
96 
404 
Property, plant and equipment
 
 
 
29,293 
 
 
 
Other assets
 
 
 
30,535 
 
 
 
Intangible assets
 
 
 
1,062,300 
4,040 
2,900 
8,300 
Goodwill
842,665 
836,318 
876,642 
880,302 
1,765 
504 
7,402 
Current liabilities assumed
 
 
 
(100,258)
 
 
 
Total cash consideration
 
 
 
 
 
3,500 
 
Deferred income tax liability
 
 
 
(33,996)
(1,533)
 
(1,106)
Estimated net working capital adjustment
 
 
 
 
 
(61)
 
Other liabilities
 
 
 
(5,777)
 
 
 
Total fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed
 
 
 
1,935,638 
4,275 
 
 
Total estimated fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed
 
 
 
 
 
$ 3,439 
$ 15,000 
Divestiture of Subsidiary (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
0 Months Ended 3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 0 Months Ended
Apr. 2, 2013
Mar. 31, 2013
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Apr. 1, 2013
2GIG Sale [Member]
May 31, 2013
2GIG Sale [Member]
Apr. 1, 2013
2GIG Sale [Member]
May 31, 2013
2GIG [Member]
Apr. 2, 2013
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Adjusted net sale price
 
$ 148,900,000 
$ 148,871,000 
 
$ 148,871,000 
$ 148,871,000 
 
 
 
 
Outstanding borrowings under revolving credit facility
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
44,000,000 
 
 
Distribution of dividend from proceeds to stockholders
 
 
 
 
60,000,000 
 
60,000,000 
 
60,000,000 
 
Supply agreement duration
5 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Repayments of Lines of Credit
 
 
 
$ 50,500,000 
$ 50,500,000 
 
 
 
 
$ 44,000,000 
Divestiture of Subsidiary (Summary of Net Gain in Connection with Divestiture) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2013
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Adjusted net sale price
$ 148,900 
$ 148,871 
$ 148,871 
 
2.0 technology, net of amortization
 
739,973 
840,714 
1,053,019 
Other
 
(9,855)
(9,855)
 
Net gain on divestiture
 
46,866 
46,866 
 
2.0 Technology [Member]
 
 
 
 
2.0 technology, net of amortization
 
16,903 
16,903 
 
2GIG [Member]
 
 
 
 
2GIG assets (including cash of $3,383), net of liabilities
 
$ (109,053)
$ (109,053)
 
Divestiture of Subsidiary (Summary of Net Gain in Connection with Divestiture) (Parenthetical) (Detail) (2GIG [Member], USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
2GIG [Member]
 
 
Cash
$ 3,383 
$ 3,383 
Long-Term Debt (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
May 31, 2013
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Nov. 16, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Federal Funds Rate [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
LIBOR [Member]
Jul. 1, 2014
Blackstone Advisory Partners L.P. [Member]
Dec. 13, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
May 31, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Offerings
Dec. 31, 2012
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Jul. 1, 2014
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Dec. 13, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
May 31, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Registration Rights Agreements [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Registration Rights Agreements [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Repriced Tranche [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
LIBOR [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Repriced Tranche [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Base Rate-based Borrowings [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Former Tranche [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
LIBOR [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Former Tranche [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Base Rate-based Borrowings [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Senior secured notes issued
 
 
$ 1,863,413,000 
$ 1,762,049,000 
$ 1,333,000,000 
$ 1,305,000,000 
 
    
$ 28,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 938,413,000 
$ 380,000,000 
$ 837,049,000 
$ 380,000,000 
$ 100,000,000 
$ 250,000,000 
$ 200,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
 
Debt instrument interest rate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6.375% 
6.375% 
6.375% 
6.375% 
6.375% 
Debt instrument maturity year
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
 
Debt instrument interest rate percentage
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
101.50% 
101.75% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Exchange offer completion date
 
 
Mar. 07, 2014 
Mar. 07, 2014 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct. 29, 2013 
Oct. 29, 2013 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Credit facility, aggregate principal amount
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
200,000,000 
 
200,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commitment fee
 
 
 
 
 
 
0.50% 
0.50% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Credit facility, due date
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Nov. 16, 2017 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of offerings
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt instrument, redemption price, percentage
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
101.50% 
101.75% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt issuance fees
$ 200,000 
$ 200,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 100,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Variable Interest rate percentage
 
 
 
 
 
 
0.25% 
 
 
 
0.50% 
1.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3.00% 
2.00% 
4.00% 
3.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Variable Interest rate description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
One month, plus 1.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Long-Term Debt (Summary of Outstanding Debt) (Detail) (USD $)
Sep. 30, 2014
Jul. 1, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 13, 2013
May 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Nov. 16, 2012
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Outstanding Principal
$ 1,855,000,000 
 
$ 1,755,000,000 
 
 
$ 1,333,000,000 
 
Unamortized Premium
8,413,000 
 
7,049,000 
 
 
 
 
Net Carrying Amount
1,863,413,000 
 
1,762,049,000 
 
 
1,333,000,000 
1,305,000,000 
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Outstanding Principal
925,000,000 
 
925,000,000 
 
 
925,000,000 
 
Net Carrying Amount
925,000,000 
 
925,000,000 
 
 
925,000,000 
925,000,000 
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Outstanding Principal
930,000,000 
 
830,000,000 
 
 
380,000,000 
 
Unamortized Premium
8,413,000 
 
7,049,000 
 
 
 
 
Net Carrying Amount
938,413,000 
100,000,000 
837,049,000 
250,000,000 
200,000,000 
380,000,000 
380,000,000 
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Outstanding Principal
   
 
   
 
 
28,000,000 
 
Net Carrying Amount
 
 
    
 
 
$ 28,000,000 
 
Long-Term Debt (Summary of Outstanding Debt) (Parenthetical) (Detail)
0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 13, 2013
May 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Nov. 16, 2012
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 13, 2013
May 31, 2013
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt instrument interest rate
 
 
6.375% 
6.375% 
6.375% 
6.375% 
6.375% 
 
 
Debt instrument maturity year
 
 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
 
 
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt instrument interest rate
 
 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
Debt instrument maturity year
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
 
 
Discontinued Operations - Discontinued Operations of Disposed Business Component (Detail) (Predecessor [Member], USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Nov. 16, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
 
 
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
 
 
Revenue, net
$ 91 
$ 336 
Operating loss
(329)
(1,938)
Interest expense
(1)
 
Impairment of acquired intangible asset
 
(1,315)
Total discontinued operations
$ (239)
$ (2,917)
Variable Interest Entity (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
1 Months Ended 3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Mar. 31, 2013
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
2GIG [Member]
Dec. 27, 2012
Solar [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Solar [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Solar [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Solar [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Solar [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Solar [Member]
Dec. 27, 2012
Solar [Member]
Jun. 1, 2011
Solar [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Solar [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Solar [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Variable Interest Entities [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchase of solar
 
 
 
 
$ 75,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales of equipment to other legal entities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
71.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Payment of combined fee for electricity generated
 
 
 
 
0.05 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
General and administrative expenses
9,521,000 
 
92,253,000 
65,910,000 
97,177,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2,883,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Other expenses
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3,070,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Revolving credit note, principal balance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5,000,000 
Accrued interest rate per annum
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
13.00% 
 
 
Expected borrowing by solar
 
 
 
 
 
200,000,000 
200,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
20,000,000 
 
 
 
Interest on outstanding balance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7.50% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Principal balance outstanding
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
20,000,000 
15,000,000 
 
 
 
 
Payment-in-kind interest
 
 
910,000 
1,050,000 
1,323,000 
 
 
 
 
 
22,000,000 
 
1,323,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Accrued interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
138,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from divestiture of businesses
 
148,900,000 
148,871,000 
 
148,871,000 
 
 
 
 
75,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sublease and other administrative expenses
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5,900,000 
800,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Line of credit, financing receivable, maximum borrowing capacity
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
20,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Notes receivable, related parties, current
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
20,000,000 
 
20,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest receivable
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 500,000 
 
$ 100,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Balance Sheet Components (Schedule of Balance Sheet Component Balances) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Subscriber contract costs
 
 
 
Subscriber contract costs
$ 593,454 
$ 310,666 
$ 12,934 
Accumulated amortization
(62,474)
(22,350)
(181)
Subscriber contract costs, net
530,980 
288,316 
12,753 
Long-term investments and other assets
 
 
 
Notes receivable from related parties, net of allowance (See Notes 4 and 18)
296 
21,323 
15,341 
Security deposit receivable
6,131 
6,261 
6,236 
Other
3,447 
92 
128 
Total long-term investments and other assets, net
9,874 
27,676 
21,705 
Accrued payroll and commissions
 
 
 
Accrued payroll
16,866 
15,475 
7,396 
Accrued commissions
86,669 
30,532 
13,050 
Total accrued payroll and commissions
103,535 
46,007 
20,446 
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
 
 
 
Accrued interest payable
46,781 
10,982 
 
Loss contingencies
7,639 
9,263 
 
Other
12,898 
12,873 
 
Total accrued expenses and other current liabilities
$ 67,318 
$ 33,118 
$ 38,232 
Property and Equipment (Components of Property and Equipment) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
$ 65,755 
$ 44,354 
$ 31,371 
Accumulated depreciation and amortization
(13,878)
(8,536)
(1,165)
Net property and equipment
51,877 
35,818 
30,206 
Vehicles [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
17,990 
13,851 
10,038 
Vehicles [Member] |
Minimum [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
3 years 
3 years 
 
Vehicles [Member] |
Maximum [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
5 years 
5 years 
 
Computer Equipment and Software [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
15,863 
6,742 
4,797 
Computer Equipment and Software [Member] |
Minimum [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
3 years 
3 years 
 
Computer Equipment and Software [Member] |
Maximum [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
5 years 
5 years 
 
Leasehold Improvements [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
11,885 
13,345 
7,599 
Leasehold Improvements [Member] |
Minimum [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
2 years 
2 years 
 
Leasehold Improvements [Member] |
Maximum [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
15 years 
15 years 
 
Office Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
8,472 
4,793 
1,924 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
7 years 
7 years 
 
Warehouse Equipment [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
111 
1,802 
3,066 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
7 years 
7 years 
 
Buildings [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
702 
702 
702 
Property and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives
39 years 
39 years 
 
Construction in Process [Member]
 
 
 
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
$ 10,732 
$ 3,119 
$ 3,245 
Property and Equipment (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2011
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Assets Under Capital Lease Obligations [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Assets Under Capital Lease Obligations [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Assets Under Capital Lease Obligations [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Property and equipment, gross
$ 31,371,000 
$ 65,755,000 
 
$ 44,354,000 
 
 
$ 18,100,000 
$ 13,728,000 
$ 9,795,000 
Accumulated amortization
1,165,000 
13,878,000 
 
8,536,000 
 
 
4,300,000 
2,650,000 
319,000 
Depreciation and amortization expense
$ 1,165,000 
$ 7,900,000 
$ 6,700,000 
$ 9,062,000 
$ 5,820,000 
$ 7,378,000 
 
 
 
Changes in Carrying Amount of Goodwill (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Goodwill [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill beginning balance
$ 876,642 
 
$ 842,665 
Goodwill resulting from net worth adjustments
2,079 
 
 
Goodwill resulting from the Merger
 
876,371 
 
Goodwill resulting from income tax adjustments
1,852 
 
 
Effect of foreign currency translation
(2,228)
271 
 
Divestiture of 2GIG
(43,792)
 
 
Goodwill ending balance
836,318 
876,642 
842,665 
Smartrove Acquisition [Member]
 
 
 
Goodwill [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill resulting from the Merger
1,765 
 
 
Vivint [Member]
 
 
 
Goodwill [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill beginning balance
832,850 
 
 
Goodwill resulting from net worth adjustments
2,079 
 
 
Goodwill resulting from the Merger
 
832,579 
 
Goodwill resulting from income tax adjustments
1,852 
 
 
Effect of foreign currency translation
(2,228)
271 
 
Goodwill ending balance
836,318 
832,850 
 
Vivint [Member] |
Smartrove Acquisition [Member]
 
 
 
Goodwill [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill resulting from the Merger
1,765 
 
 
2GIG [Member]
 
 
 
Goodwill [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill beginning balance
43,792 
 
 
Goodwill resulting from the Merger
 
43,792 
 
Divestiture of 2GIG
(43,792)
 
 
Goodwill ending balance
 
$ 43,792 
 
Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2011
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Smartrove Acquisition [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Capitalized Software Development Costs [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
2.0 Technology [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
CMS Technology [Member]
Mar. 31, 2014
CMS Technology [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Customer Contracts [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Customer Contracts [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Customer Contracts [Member]
Wildfire Acquisition [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Space Monkey Technology [Member]
Space Monkey Acquisition [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Non-Compete Agreements [Member]
Wildfire Acquisition [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Non-Compete Agreements [Member]
Space Monkey Acquisition [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Patents [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Indicators of impairment of goodwill
 
 
 
$ 0 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Capitalized software development costs
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization expense
9,574,000 
 
 
160,424,000 
 
 
 
141,000 
 
 
 
40,320,000 
12,815,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Unamortized capitalized software development costs
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3,672,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash consideration on purchase of intellectual property
 
 
 
 
 
 
650,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash held in escrow
 
 
 
 
 
 
130,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization expense
10,058,000 
 
 
164,230,000 
1,751,000 
325,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Acquisition of intangible assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2,100,000 
7,100,000 
800,000 
1,200,000 
6,500,000 
Estimated fair value of intangible asset
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
300,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Impairment loss of intangible asset
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,400,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Estimated remaining useful life of intangible asset
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1 year 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization expense
 
$ 113,300,000 
$ 123,400,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Intangible Assets (Schedule of Intangible Asset Balances) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
$ 1,023,192 
$ 1,012,207 
$ 1,063,077 
Accumulated amortization
(283,219)
(171,493)
(10,058)
Definite-lived intangible assets, net
739,973 
840,714 
1,053,019 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets
273 
 
 
Total intangible assets, net
740,246 
840,714 
1,053,019 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
 
10 years 
 
Minimum [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
2 years 
2 years 
 
Maximum [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
10 years 
10 years 
 
Customer Contracts [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
982,045 
984,403 
990,777 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
10 years 
10 years 
 
2.0 Technology [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
17,000 
17,000 
17,000 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
8 years 
8 years 
 
CMS and other technology [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
 
 
2,300 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
 
5 years 
 
Smartrove Technology [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
 
3 years 
 
Other Intellectual Property [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
650 
650 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
2 years 
2 years 
 
2GIG customer relationships [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
 
 
45,000 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
 
10 years 
 
2GIG 1.0 technology [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
 
 
8,000 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
 
6 years 
 
Acquired Technologies [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
11,140 
4,040 
 
Acquired Technologies [Member] |
Minimum [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
3 years 
 
 
Acquired Technologies [Member] |
Maximum [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
6 years 
 
 
Patents [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
6,207 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
5 years 
 
 
Skypanel Technology [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
3,813 
3,814 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
3 years 
 
 
Non-Compete Agreements [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
2,000 
 
 
Non-Compete Agreements [Member] |
Minimum [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
2 years 
 
 
Non-Compete Agreements [Member] |
Maximum [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
3 years 
 
 
CMS Technology [Member]
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, gross
337 
2,300 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Estimated useful lives of intangible asset
1 year 
 
 
IP Addresses [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets
214 
 
 
Domain Names [Member]
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets
$ 59 
 
 
Intangible Assets (Schedule of Estimated Future Amortization Expense of Intangible Assets Excluding Patents Currently in Process) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
 
 
 
2014
$ 38,010 
$ 150,352 
 
2015
136,093 
133,900 
 
2016
118,480 
115,781 
 
2017
102,113 
99,704 
 
2018
90,342 
87,627 
 
Thereafter
254,767 
253,350 
 
Future amortization associated with patents currently in process
168 
 
 
Definite-lived intangible assets, net
$ 739,973 
$ 840,714 
$ 1,053,019 
Fair Value Measurements (Financial Instruments at Fair Value Based on Valuation Approach Applied to Each Class of Security) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Assets:
 
 
 
Total assets
$ 41,441 
$ 38,430 
$ 28,428 
Preferred Stock [Member]
 
 
 
Assets:
 
 
 
Long-term investments and other assets, net
3,000 
 
 
Money Market Funds [Member]
 
 
 
Assets:
 
 
 
Cash equivalents
10,013 
10,002 
 
Restricted cash equivalents
14,214 
14,214 
 
Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion
14,214 
14,214 
28,428 
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1) [Member]
 
 
 
Assets:
 
 
 
Total assets
38,441 
38,430 
28,428 
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1) [Member] |
Money Market Funds [Member]
 
 
 
Assets:
 
 
 
Cash equivalents
10,013 
10,002 
 
Restricted cash equivalents
14,214 
14,214 
 
Restricted cash equivalents, net of current portion
14,214 
14,214 
28,428 
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member]
 
 
 
Assets:
 
 
 
Total assets
3,000 
 
 
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member] |
Preferred Stock [Member]
 
 
 
Assets:
 
 
 
Long-term investments and other assets, net
$ 3,000 
 
 
Fair Value Measurements (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Nov. 16, 2012
Nov. 16, 2012
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Dec. 13, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
May 31, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Jul. 1, 2014
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Dec. 13, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
May 31, 2013
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Senior Secured Notes [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Senior Secured Notes [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Senior Secured Notes [Member]
May 31, 2013
Senior Notes [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Senior Notes [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Senior Notes [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Senior Notes [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Preferred Stock [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Convertible Debt Securities [Member]
Feb. 19, 2014
Convertible Debt Securities [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) [Member]
Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) [Member]
Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) [Member]
Senior Notes [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) [Member]
Senior Notes [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Carrying Value [Member]
Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Carrying Value [Member]
Senior Subordinated Notes [Member]
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Carrying Value [Member]
Senior Notes [Member]
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Carrying Value [Member]
Senior Notes [Member]
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member]
Smartrove Acquisition [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member]
Space Monkey Acquisition [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Wildfire Acquisition [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Wildfire Acquisition [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) [Member]
Preferred Stock [Member]
Fair Value, Estimate Not Practicable, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Senior Notes
$ 1,863,413,000 
$ 1,762,049,000 
$ 1,333,000,000 
$ 1,305,000,000 
 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
 
 
 
$ 938,413,000 
$ 380,000,000 
$ 837,049,000 
$ 380,000,000 
$ 100,000,000 
$ 250,000,000 
$ 200,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 941,188,000 
$ 917,980,000 
$ 844,525,000 
$ 374,478,000 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 830,000,000 
$ 380,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fair value inputs, estimated earnings, discount rates and weighted average cost of capital
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
25.00% 
20.00% 
8.00% 
12.00% 
14.00% 
20.00% 
 
Notes receivable, fair value disclosure
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Preferred stock
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3,000,000 
Convertible note, stated maturity date
 
 
 
 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
 
 
 
Dec. 01, 2019 
 
 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
 
 
 
Feb. 19, 2015 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Convertible note interest rate terms
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bore interest equal to the greater of (a) 0.5% or (b) annual interest rates 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Convertible note interest rate
 
 
 
 
 
6.375% 
6.375% 
6.375% 
6.375% 
 
 
 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
8.75% 
 
8.75% 
8.75% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
0.50% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gains (losses) recognized on investment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Notes payable, fair value disclosure
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
898,400,000 
941,200,000 
 
 
846,300,000 
844,500,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Outstanding Principal
$ 1,855,000,000 
$ 1,755,000,000 
$ 1,333,000,000 
 
 
$ 925,000,000 
 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
 
 
 
$ 930,000,000 
 
$ 830,000,000 
$ 380,000,000 
 
 
 
 
$ 925,000,000 
$ 925,000,000 
 
 
$ 930,000,000 
$ 830,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fair value inputs, internal rate of return
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
25.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
Income Taxes - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Income Taxes And Tax Related [Line Items]
 
 
 
Amortized period for capitalized cost
 
15 years 
 
Amount of net operating loss carryforwards to be recorded in additional paid in capital when realized
 
$ 11,483,000 
$ 11,483,000 
Research and development credits expiration beginning year
 
2030 
 
Valuation allowance
 
48,685,000 
   
Income tax returns year under examination
 
The Company's income tax returns for the years ended December 31, 2007 through December 31, 2013, remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service and state authorities. 
 
Effective income tax rate
0.19% 
 
 
United States [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes And Tax Related [Line Items]
 
 
 
Net operating loss carryforward expiration beginning year
 
2026 
 
Alternative minimum tax credits
 
71,000 
Research and development credits
 
$ 0 
$ 30,000 
State [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes And Tax Related [Line Items]
 
 
 
Net operating loss carryforward expiration beginning year
 
2026 
 
Foreign Tax Authority [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes And Tax Related [Line Items]
 
 
 
Net operating loss carryforward expiration beginning year
 
2029 
 
Income Taxes - Income Tax (Benefit) Provision (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Current income tax:
 
 
 
 
 
 
Federal
 
 
 
$ (579)
$ 2,635 
$ 86 
State
56 
 
 
(1,351)
837 
633 
Foreign
28 
 
 
(145)
276 
 
Total
84 
 
 
(2,075)
3,748 
719 
Deferred income tax:
 
 
 
 
 
 
Federal
(9,489)
 
 
8,614 
 
 
State
(1,788)
 
 
(1,938)
 
 
Foreign
290 
 
 
(1,009)
1,175 
(4,458)
Total
(10,987)
 
 
5,667 
1,175 
(4,458)
Provision (benefit) for income taxes
$ (10,903)
$ (319)
$ 11,598 
$ 3,592 
$ 4,923 
$ (3,739)
Income Taxes - Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Income Tax Reconciliation [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
Computed expected tax expense
$ (13,941)
 
 
$ (41,113)
$ (50,970)
$ (22,489)
State income taxes, net of federal tax effect
(1,143)
 
 
(2,171)
555 
434 
Foreign income taxes
(69)
 
 
136 
610 
831 
Permanent differences
534 
 
 
1,215 
4,820 
193 
Non-deductible acquisition costs
3,716 
 
 
 
2,896 
 
Intercompany elimination
 
 
 
 
2,843 
 
Change in valuation allowance
 
 
 
45,525 
44,169 
17,292 
Provision (benefit) for income taxes
$ (10,903)
$ (319)
$ 11,598 
$ 3,592 
$ 4,923 
$ (3,739)
Income Taxes - Significant Portions of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Gross deferred tax assets:
 
 
Net operating loss carry forwards
$ 430,327 
$ 339,831 
Accrued expenses and allowances
35,435 
25,236 
Inventory reserves
2,398 
528 
Alternative minimum tax credit and research and development credit
 
101 
Deferred subscriber income
835 
15 
Valuation allowance
(48,685)
   
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance, Total
420,310 
365,711 
Gross deferred tax liabilities:
 
 
Deferred subscriber contract costs
(394,448)
(354,142)
Purchased intangibles
(29,128)
(28,744)
Property and equipment
(4,261)
(1,823)
Prepaid expenses
(1,687)
(107)
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net
(429,524)
(384,816)
Net deferred tax liability
$ (9,214)
$ (19,105)
Income Taxes - Summary of Net Operating Loss Carryforwards (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
United States [Member]
 
 
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
 
 
Net operating loss carry forwards
$ 1,021,238 
$ 845,095 
State [Member]
 
 
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
 
 
Net operating loss carry forwards
967,155 
789,687 
Canada [Member]
 
 
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
 
 
Net operating loss carry forwards
35,689 
32,369 
New Zealand [Member]
 
 
Operating Loss Carryforwards [Line Items]
 
 
Net operating loss carry forwards
$ 1,388 
 
Stock-Based Compensation - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Series C Preferred Stock [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Incentive Units Time Based Awards [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units [Member]
Chief Executive Officer and President [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units [Member]
Senior Management and Board Member [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units Time Based Awards [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units Time Based Awards [Member]
Chief Executive Officer and President [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units Time Based Awards [Member]
Senior Management and Board Member [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
313 Acquisition LLC [Member]
Incentive Units Performance Based Awards [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Vivint [Member]
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Vivint [Member]
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Vivint [Member]
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Vivint [Member]
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Vivint [Member]
Stock Appreciation Rights Time Based Awards [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Vivint [Member]
Stock Appreciation Rights Performance Based Awards [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Vivint Wireless [Member]
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Vivint Wireless [Member]
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Share-based compensation awards, description
 
 
 
The Incentive Units are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by The Blackstone Group, L.P. and its affiliates. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Incentive Units are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by The Blackstone Group, L.P. and its affiliates 
 
 
 
The SARs are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by Blackstone. 
The SARs are subject to time-based and performance-based vesting conditions, with one-third subject to ratable time-based vesting over a five year period and two-thirds subject to the achievement of certain investment return thresholds by The Blackstone Group, L.P. and its affiliates 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Incentive units issued as share-based compensation awards
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
46,484,562 
69,659,562 
 
46,484,562 
75,181,252 
 
 
8,262,500 
 
 
 
 
 
70,000 
Share-based compensation awards, Authorized shares
1,550 
36,065,303 
 
74,062,836 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Expected volatility
 
 
 
 
55.00% 
60.00% 
65.00% 
65.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
60.00% 
55.00% 
60.00% 
 
 
65.00% 
65.00% 
Expected exercise term
 
 
 
 
4 years 
4 years 3 months 18 days 
5 years 
5 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6 years 15 days 
6 years 4 days 
6 years 6 months 
 
 
6 years 6 months 
6 years 6 months 
Risk-free rate
 
 
 
 
0.62% 
0.62% 
1.18% 
1.18% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1.72% 
1.72% 
1.77% 
 
 
1.51% 
1.51% 
Unrecognized compensation expense
 
 
 
$ 6,820,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 902,000 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 142,000 
Compensation expense related to outstanding Incentive Units, recognized over a weighted-average period
 
 
 
3 years 10 months 21 days 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3 years 11 months 27 days 
 
 
 
 
 
4 years 5 months 1 day 
Reserved for future issuance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
36,065,303 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Expected dividends
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
0.00% 
0.00% 
 
 
 
 
0.00% 
0.00% 
Stock appreciation rights ("SARs"), vesting period
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5 years 
 
5 years 
5 years 
Stock compensation award, vesting percentage
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
33.33% 
 
 
66.67% 
 
 
 
 
33.33% 
66.67% 
 
 
Stock compensation award, method of measurement
 
Black-Scholes option valuation model 
Monte Carlo simulation valuation approach 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Incentive units issued as share-based compensation awards, outstanding
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7,296,250 
 
 
 
 
 
70,000 
 
Stock-Based Compensation - Summary of Incentive Unit Activity (Detail) (313 Acquisition LLC [Member], Incentive Units [Member], USD $)
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2013
313 Acquisition LLC [Member] |
Incentive Units [Member]
 
 
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
Outstanding, Beginning Balance
46,484,562 
46,484,562 
Outstanding, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
 
$ 20,537,869 
Granted
 
23,175,000 
Exercisable, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
 
$ 1,337,860 
Forfeited
 
(1,200,000)
Exercised
 
   
Outstanding, Ending Balance
46,484,562 
68,459,562 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Outstanding, Beginning Balance
$ 1.00 
$ 1.00 
Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
 
64,000,028 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Granted
 
$ 1.00 
Exercisable at December 31, 2013
 
4,459,534 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Forfeited
 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Exercised
$ 0 
$ 0 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Outstanding, Ending Balance
$ 1.00 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Outstanding, Beginning Balance
$ 1.00 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Exercisable at December 31, 2013
 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Granted
 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Forfeited
 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Exercised
$ 0 
$ 0 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Outstanding, Ending Balance
$ 1.00 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
 
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Exercisable at December 31, 2013
 
$ 1.00 
Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Years)
 
9 years 1 month 13 days 
Exercisable at December 2013, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Years)
 
9 years 1 month 10 days 
Stock-Based Compensation - Summary of the SAR Activity (Detail) (Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member], USD $)
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Vivint [Member]
 
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
Granted
8,262,500 
Forfeited
(356,250)
Exercised
Outstanding, Ending Balance
7,906,250 
Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
7,498,524 
Exercisable at December 31, 2013
407,726 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Granted
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Forfeited
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Exercised
$ 0 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Outstanding, Ending Balance
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Exercisable at December 31, 2013
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Granted
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Forfeited
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Exercised
$ 0 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Outstanding, Ending Balance
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
$ 1.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Exercisable at December 31, 2013
$ 1.00 
Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Years)
9 years 6 months 18 days 
Exercisable at December 2013, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Years)
9 years 6 months 15 days 
Outstanding, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
$ 2,371,875 
Exercisable at December 31, 2013
122,318 
Vivint Wireless [Member]
 
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
Granted
70,000 
Exercised
Outstanding, Ending Balance
70,000 
Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
70,000 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Granted
$ 5.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Exercised
$ 0 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Outstanding, Ending Balance
$ 5.00 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
$ 5.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Granted
$ 5.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Exercised
$ 0 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Outstanding, Ending Balance
$ 5.00 
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value, Unvested shares expected to vest after December 31, 2013
$ 5.00 
Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Years)
9 years 5 months 1 day 
Outstanding, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
$ 105,000 
Stock-Based Compensation - Summary of Stock Option Activity (Detail) (Predecessor [Member], USD $)
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified
10 Months Ended
Nov. 16, 2013
Predecessor [Member]
 
Shares Subject to Outstanding Options
 
Outstanding, Beginning Balance
1,386 
Granted
470 
Forfeited
(343)
Exercised
(1,513)
Unvested shares expected to vest after November 16, 2012
Weighted Average Exercise Price per Share
 
Outstanding, Beginning Balance
$ 3,136 
Granted
$ 4,664 
Forfeited
$ 4,026 
Exercised
$ 3,409 
Unvested shares expected to vest after November 16, 2012
$ 0 
Stock-Based Compensation (Stock-Based Compensation Expense) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Operating Expenses [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Operating Expenses [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Operating Expenses [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Operating Expenses [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Operating Expenses [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Selling Expenses [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Selling Expenses [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Selling Expenses [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Selling Expenses [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Selling Expenses [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total stock-based compensation
$ 1,363 
$ 1,317 
$ 1,956 
$ 2,371 
$ 780 
$ 46 
$ 33 
$ 62 
$ 14 
$ 19 
$ 136 
$ 101 
$ 158 
$ 36 
$ 3 
$ 1,181 
$ 1,183 
$ 1,736 
$ 2,321 
$ 758 
Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
0 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Jan. 31, 2013
Installment
Aug. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2012
Jul. 30, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Equipment and software [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Vehicles [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Vehicles [Member]
Vehicle
Dec. 31, 2012
Vehicles [Member]
Vehicle
Dec. 31, 2013
Vehicles [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Vehicles [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Legal reserves
 
 
$ 2,527,000 
 
 
 
$ 9,263,000 
$ 2,527,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating leases with related and unrelated parties expiring year
 
 
 
 
2028 
 
2028 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Leasehold allowance
 
 
 
 
 
 
4,382,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Initial lease term
 
11 years 
 
15 years 
 
 
15 years 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Estimated fair value of lease
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of monthly rental payments
156 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Monthly rental payments
83,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Option for additional lease term
36 months 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Lease expiration date
 
 
 
 
2016-08 
 
 
 
 
 
2016-08 
 
 
 
 
 
Vehicles leased under Fleet Lease Agreement
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
315 
223 
 
 
Lease agreement term
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
36 months 
 
 
36 months 
48 months 
Average remaining life for fleet
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
27 months 
25 months 
 
 
 
Capital lease obligation
 
 
8,769,000 
 
13,300,000 
 
10,467,000 
8,769,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Rent expense for operating leases
 
 
657,000 
 
7,200,000 
4,100,000 
6,147,000 
 
4,609,000 
5,079,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loss contingency accrual
 
 
 
 
$ 7,600,000 
 
$ 9,300,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commitments and Contingencies - Future Minimum Lease Payments (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2013
Operating
 
2014
$ 8,241 
2015
8,975 
2016
9,794 
2017
9,889 
2018
9,825 
Thereafter
70,045 
Total lease payments
116,769 
Capital
 
2014
4,980 
2015
2,801 
2016
1,987 
2017
1,863 
2018
Thereafter
Capital leases future minimum payments due, Total
11,631 
Amounts representing interest
(1,164)
Total lease payments
10,467 
Total
 
2014
13,221 
2015
11,776 
2016
11,781 
2017
11,752 
2018
9,825 
Thereafter
70,045 
Contractual Obligation, Total
128,400 
Amounts representing interest
(1,164)
Total lease payments
$ 127,236 
Related Party Transactions - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Vivint [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Vivint [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Stockholders and employees of the Company [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Stockholders and employees of the Company [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Technology-Based Intangible Assets [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Technology-Based Intangible Assets [Member]
Merger [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Minimum [Member]
Technology-Based Intangible Assets [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Maximum [Member]
Technology-Based Intangible Assets [Member]
Sep. 3, 2014
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Blackstone Management Partners L.L.C. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Blackstone Management Partners L.L.C. [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Blackstone Management Partners L.L.C. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Blackstone Management Partners L.L.C. [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Blackstone Management Partners L.L.C. [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Monthly payments to acquire intangible assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 40,000 
$ 50,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amount paid under acquisition
 
6,421,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
525,000 
120,000 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Expected repayment period
 
1 year 
 
1 year 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amounts due from related parties
341,000 
341,000 
 
341,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue recognized
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6,629,000 
9,852,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Expenses incurred by related party
31,000 
 
 
 
 
1,441,000 
1,344,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
9,200,000 
25,000 
 
334,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Additional expenses incurred for other related-party transactions
57,000 
1,700,000 
600,000 
3,051,000 
 
 
1,222,000 
2,382,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accrued expenses
 
200,000 
 
200,000 
1,146,000 
173,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other current liabilities
 
1,100,000 
 
1,100,000 
1,146,000 
173,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Transaction fees paid
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
20,000,000 
 
 
Payment of annual monitoring fee description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Company agreed to pay an annual monitoring fee equal to the greater of (i) a minimum base fee of $2.7 million subject to adjustments if the Company engages in a business combination or disposition that is deemed significant and (ii) the amount of the monitoring fee paid in respect of the immediately preceding fiscal year, without regard to any post-fiscal year "true-up" adjustments as determined by the agreement. 
 
Company agreed to pay an annual monitoring fee equal to the greater of (i) a minimum base fee of $2,700,000 subject to adjustments if the Company engages in a business combination or disposition that is deemed significant and (ii) the amount of the monitoring fee paid in respect of the immediately preceding fiscal year, without regard to any post-fiscal year "true-up" adjustments as determined by the agreement 
 
 
Annual monitoring base fee, minimum
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2,700,000 
2,700,000 
Expenses related to agreement
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2,400,000 
3,500,000 
2,918,000 
 
 
Fee paid for support services by BMP to Company
 
1,500,000 
 
1,500,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Senior unsecured notes issued
 
 
 
450,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt related fees
 
 
 
425,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dividend paid to stockholders
 
$ 50,000,000 
$ 60,000,000 
$ 60,000,000 
 
 
$ 80,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 50,000,000 
$ 50,000,000 
$ 60,000,000 
$ 60,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting - Additional Information (Detail)
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Segment
Sep. 30, 2013
Segment
Mar. 31, 2013
Segment
Sep. 30, 2014
Segment
Dec. 31, 2013
Country
Segment
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
 
 
 
 
 
Number of operating segments
Primarily operations in geographic regions
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting (Summary of Revenue, Costs and Expenses and Assets) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Operating Segments [Member]
Vivint [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Operating Segments [Member]
Vivint [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Operating Segments [Member]
Vivint [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Operating Segments [Member]
Vivint [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Operating Segments [Member]
Vivint [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Operating Segments [Member]
2GIG [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Operating Segments [Member]
2GIG [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Operating Segments [Member]
2GIG [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Operating Segments [Member]
2GIG [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Operating Segments [Member]
2GIG [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Eliminations [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Eliminations [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Eliminations [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Eliminations [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Eliminations [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenues
$ 57,606 
$ 411,248 
$ 368,197 
$ 500,908 
$ 397,570 
$ 339,948 
$ 50,791 
$ 350,690 
$ 483,401 
$ 346,270 
$ 312,422 
$ 12,372 
$ 60,220 
$ 60,220 
$ 112,136 
$ 129,265 
$ (5,557)
$ (42,713)
$ (42,713)
$ (60,836)
$ (101,739)
Transaction related costs
31,885 
 
 
 
23,461 
 
28,118 
 
 
22,219 
 
3,767 
 
 
1,242 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total costs and expenses
85,799 
476,321 
408,607 
555,788 
440,563 
300,934 
 
389,321 
536,502 
 
267,973 
 
52,200 
52,200 
 
121,967 
 
(32,914)
(32,914)
 
(89,006)
All other costs and expenses
53,914 
 
 
 
417,102 
 
46,241 
 
 
365,300 
 
12,712 
 
 
104,276 
 
(5,039)
 
 
(52,474)
 
(Loss) income from operations
(28,193)
(65,073)
(40,410)
(54,880)
(42,993)
39,014 
(23,568)
(38,631)
(53,101)
(41,249)
44,449 
(4,107)
8,020 
8,020 
6,618 
7,298 
(518)
(9,799)
(9,799)
(8,362)
(12,733)
Intangible assets, including goodwill
1,929,661 
 
1,720,152 
1,677,032 
 
 
1,840,065 
1,720,152 
1,677,032 
 
 
85,933 
 
 
 
 
3,663 
 
 
 
 
Total assets
$ 2,155,348 
$ 2,437,782 
$ 2,291,541 
$ 2,424,434 
 
 
$ 2,050,529 
$ 2,291,541 
$ 2,424,434 
 
 
$ 115,881 
 
 
 
 
$ (11,062)
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting and Business Concentrations - Revenues and Long-Lived Assets by Geographic Region (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
United States [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
United States [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
United States [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
United States [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Canada [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Canada [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Canada [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Canada [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Sales Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue from external customers
$ 57,606 
$ 411,248 
$ 368,197 
$ 500,908 
$ 397,570 
$ 339,948 
$ 52,196 
$ 474,344 
$ 363,875 
$ 312,626 
$ 5,410 
$ 26,564 
$ 33,695 
$ 27,322 
Property and equipment, net
$ 30,206 
$ 51,877 
 
$ 35,818 
 
$ 26,440 
$ 29,415 
$ 35,220 
 
$ 26,402 
$ 791 
$ 598 
 
$ 38 
Employee Benefit Plans (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $)
9 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2012
2GIG [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
2GIG [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
2GIG [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
2GIG [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
2GIG [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
Matching contributions to the plan
$ 0 
$ 25,000 
$ 36,000 
$ 36,000 
$ 0 
$ 79,000 
Guarantor and Non-Guarantor Supplemental Financial Information (Narrative) (Detail)
0 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 13, 2013
May 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Nov. 16, 2012
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Senior Secured Notes [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Balance Sheet Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt instrument maturity year
 
 
Dec. 01, 2019 
 
 
 
 
Senior Notes [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Balance Sheet Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt instrument maturity year
 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
 
 
 
 
6.375% Senior Secured Notes Due 2019 [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Balance Sheet Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt instrument maturity year
 
 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
Dec. 01, 2019 
8.75% Senior Notes Due 2020 [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Balance Sheet Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt instrument maturity year
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Dec. 01, 2020 
Guarantor and Non-Guarantor Supplemental Financial Information (Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet) (Detail) (USD $)
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Nov. 16, 2012
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
Current assets
$ 193,324,000 
$ 322,003,000 
 
$ 75,273,000 
 
Property and equipment, net
51,877,000 
35,818,000 
 
30,206,000 
 
Subscriber acquisition costs, net
530,980,000 
288,316,000 
 
12,753,000 
 
Deferred financing costs, net
54,602,000 
59,375,000 
 
57,322,000 
 
Intangible assets, net
740,246,000 
840,714,000 
 
1,053,019,000 
 
Goodwill
842,665,000 
836,318,000 
 
876,642,000 
 
Restricted cash
14,214,000 
14,214,000 
 
28,428,000 
 
Long-term investments and other assets
9,874,000 
27,676,000 
 
21,705,000 
 
Total Assets
2,437,782,000 
2,424,434,000 
2,291,541,000 
2,155,348,000 
 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
252,512,000 
134,222,000 
 
108,107,000 
 
Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion
1,863,413,000 
1,762,049,000 
 
1,333,000,000 
1,305,000,000 
Capital lease obligations, net of current portion
8,961,000 
6,268,000 
 
4,768,000 
 
Deferred revenue, net of current portion
32,294,000 
18,533,000 
 
708,000 
 
Other long-term obligations
9,121,000 
3,905,000 
 
2,257,000 
 
Deferred income tax liability
9,884,000 
9,214,000 
 
27,229,000 
 
Total equity
261,597,000 
490,243,000 
 
679,279,000 
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
2,437,782,000 
2,424,434,000 
 
2,155,348,000 
 
Eliminations [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
Current assets
(40,142,000)
(24,137,000)
 
(10,927,000)
 
Investment in subsidiaries
(2,348,858,000)
(2,443,708,000)
 
(2,645,861,000)
 
Intercompany receivable
(59,324,000)
(44,658,000)
 
(51,754,000)
 
Total Assets
(2,448,324,000)
(2,512,503,000)
 
(2,708,542,000)
 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
(40,142,000)
(24,137,000)
 
(10,927,000)
 
Intercompany payable
(59,324,000)
(44,658,000)
 
(51,754,000)
 
Total equity
(2,348,858,000)
(2,443,708,000)
 
(2,645,861,000)
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
(2,448,324,000)
(2,512,503,000)
 
(2,708,542,000)
 
Parent [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
Investment in subsidiaries
 
490,243,000 
 
679,279,000 
 
Total Assets
 
490,243,000 
 
679,279,000 
 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
 
Total equity
 
490,243,000 
 
679,279,000 
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
 
490,243,000 
 
679,279,000 
 
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
Current assets
29,821,000 
249,209,000 
 
220,000 
 
Deferred financing costs, net
54,602,000 
59,375,000 
 
57,322,000 
 
Investment in subsidiaries
2,087,261,000 
1,953,465,000 
 
1,966,582,000 
 
Long-term investments and other assets
 
(302,000)
 
 
 
Total Assets
2,171,684,000 
2,261,747,000 
 
2,024,124,000 
 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
46,781,000 
9,561,000 
 
11,845,000 
 
Notes payable and revolving line of credit, net of current portion
1,863,413,000 
1,762,049,000 
 
1,333,000,000 
 
Deferred income tax liability
(107,000)
(106,000)
 
 
 
Total equity
261,597,000 
490,243,000 
 
679,279,000 
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
2,171,684,000 
2,261,747,000 
 
2,024,124,000 
 
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
Current assets
172,094,000 
89,768,000 
 
79,469,000 
 
Property and equipment, net
51,283,000 
35,218,000 
 
29,415,000 
 
Subscriber acquisition costs, net
483,723,000 
262,064,000 
 
11,518,000 
 
Intercompany receivable
59,324,000 
44,658,000 
 
51,754,000 
 
Intangible assets, net
677,141,000 
764,296,000 
 
955,291,000 
 
Goodwill
811,947,000 
804,041,000 
 
842,136,000 
 
Restricted cash
14,214,000 
14,214,000 
 
28,428,000 
 
Long-term investments and other assets
9,858,000 
27,954,000 
 
21,676,000 
 
Total Assets
2,279,584,000 
2,042,213,000 
 
2,019,687,000 
 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
193,642,000 
117,544,000 
 
91,311,000 
 
Capital lease obligations, net of current portion
8,950,000 
6,268,000 
 
4,768,000 
 
Deferred revenue, net of current portion
29,149,000 
16,676,000 
 
659,000 
 
Other long-term obligations
8,742,000 
3,559,000 
 
2,096,000 
 
Deferred income tax liability
1,396,000 
289,000 
 
16,519,000 
 
Total equity
2,037,705,000 
1,897,877,000 
 
1,904,334,000 
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
2,279,584,000 
2,042,213,000 
 
2,019,687,000 
 
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
Current assets
31,551,000 
7,163,000 
 
6,511,000 
 
Property and equipment, net
594,000 
600,000 
 
791,000 
 
Subscriber acquisition costs, net
47,257,000 
26,252,000 
 
1,235,000 
 
Intangible assets, net
63,105,000 
76,418,000 
 
97,728,000 
 
Goodwill
30,718,000 
32,277,000 
 
34,506,000 
 
Long-term investments and other assets
16,000 
24,000 
 
29,000 
 
Total Assets
173,241,000 
142,734,000 
 
140,800,000 
 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
52,231,000 
31,254,000 
 
15,878,000 
 
Intercompany payable
59,324,000 
44,658,000 
 
51,754,000 
 
Capital lease obligations, net of current portion
11,000 
 
 
 
 
Deferred revenue, net of current portion
3,145,000 
1,857,000 
 
49,000 
 
Other long-term obligations
379,000 
346,000 
 
161,000 
 
Deferred income tax liability
8,595,000 
9,031,000 
 
10,710,000 
 
Total equity
49,556,000 
55,588,000 
 
62,248,000 
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
173,241,000 
142,734,000 
 
140,800,000 
 
Parent [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
Investment in subsidiaries
261,597,000 
 
 
 
 
Total Assets
261,597,000 
 
 
 
 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
 
Total equity
261,597,000 
 
 
 
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
$ 261,597,000 
 
 
 
 
Guarantor and Non-Guarantor Supplemental Financial Information (Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations and Comprehensive (Loss) Income) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Eliminations [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Eliminations [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Eliminations [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Eliminations [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Eliminations [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Eliminations [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Parent [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Parent [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Parent [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Parent [Member]
Condensed Income Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenues
$ 57,606 
$ 411,248 
$ 368,197 
$ 500,908 
$ 397,570 
$ 339,948 
$ (57)
$ (2,360)
$ (2,264)
$ (3,050)
$ (1,363)
$ (9,668)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 54,251 
$ 387,985 
$ 350,358 
$ 476,168 
$ 375,502 
$ 350,572 
$ 3,412 
$ 25,623 
$ 20,103 
$ 27,790 
$ 23,431 
$ (956)
 
 
Costs and expenses
85,799 
476,321 
408,607 
555,788 
440,563 
300,934 
(57)
(2,360)
(2,264)
(3,050)
(1,363)
(9,668)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
83,477 
450,099 
387,796 
527,403 
413,378 
295,854 
2,379 
28,582 
23,075 
31,435 
28,548 
14,748 
 
 
(Loss) income from operations
(28,193)
(65,073)
(40,410)
(54,880)
(42,993)
39,014 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(29,226)
(62,114)
(37,438)
(51,235)
(37,876)
54,718 
1,033 
(2,959)
(2,972)
(3,645)
(5,117)
(15,704)
 
 
(Loss) income from subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
47,651 
237,789 
139,012 
182,265 
153,517 
68,546 
(173,015)
(87,341)
(17,549)
(64,774)
(51,671)
(57,752)
(153,517)
(68,546)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(30,102)
(124,513)
Other expense, net
(12,812)
(108,261)
(35,333)
(66,041)
(106,681)
(102,241)
 
(50,000)
(60,000)
(60,000)
 
 
50,000 
60,000 
(12,553)
(108,207)
(35,670)
(66,867)
 
 
(256)
(24)
405 
906 
(103,830)
(97,993)
(3)
(30)
(68)
(80)
(2,851)
(4,248)
 
60,000 
(Loss) income from continuing operations before income tax expenses
(41,005)
(173,334)
(75,743)
(120,921)
(149,674)
(63,227)
47,651 
187,789 
79,012 
122,265 
153,517 
68,546 
(123,015)
(27,341)
(30,102)
(172,981)
(87,341)
(124,619)
(153,517)
(68,546)
(29,482)
(62,138)
(37,033)
(50,329)
(141,706)
(43,275)
1,030 
(2,989)
(3,040)
(3,725)
(7,968)
(19,952)
(30,102)
(64,513)
Income tax expense
(10,903)
(319)
11,598 
3,592 
4,923 
(3,739)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
34 
 
(106)
 
 
(11,193)
(809)
12,447 
4,853 
3,500 
719 
290 
456 
(849)
(1,155)
1,423 
(4,458)
 
 
(Loss) income from continuing operations
(30,102)
 
 
(124,513)
(154,597)
(59,488)
 
 
 
 
153,517 
68,546 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(153,517)
(68,546)
 
 
 
 
(145,206)
(43,994)
 
 
 
 
(9,391)
(15,494)
 
 
Loss from discontinued operations
 
 
 
 
(239)
(2,917)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(239)
(2,917)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net (loss) income before non-controlling interests
(30,102)
 
 
(124,513)
(154,836)
(62,405)
 
 
 
 
153,517 
68,546 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(153,517)
(68,546)
 
 
 
 
(145,445)
(46,911)
 
 
 
 
(9,391)
(15,494)
 
 
Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests
 
 
 
 
(1,319)
6,141 
 
 
 
 
 
(973)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6,781 
6,769 
 
 
 
 
(8,100)
345 
 
 
Net (loss) income
(30,102)
(173,015)
(87,341)
(124,513)
(153,517)
(68,546)
47,651 
187,789 
79,012 
122,265 
153,517 
69,519 
(123,015)
(27,341)
(30,102)
(173,015)
(87,341)
(124,513)
(153,517)
(68,546)
(18,289)
(61,329)
(49,480)
(55,182)
(152,226)
(53,680)
740 
(3,445)
(2,191)
(2,570)
(1,291)
(15,839)
(30,102)
(64,513)
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax effects:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net (loss) income before non-controlling interests
(30,102)
 
 
(124,513)
(154,836)
(62,405)
 
 
 
 
153,517 
68,546 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(153,517)
(68,546)
 
 
 
 
(145,445)
(46,911)
 
 
 
 
(9,391)
(15,494)
 
 
Net (loss) income
(30,102)
(173,015)
(87,341)
(124,513)
(153,517)
(68,546)
47,651 
187,789 
79,012 
122,265 
153,517 
69,519 
(123,015)
(27,341)
(30,102)
(173,015)
(87,341)
(124,513)
(153,517)
(68,546)
(18,289)
(61,329)
(49,480)
(55,182)
(152,226)
(53,680)
740 
(3,445)
(2,191)
(2,570)
(1,291)
(15,839)
(30,102)
(64,513)
Change in fair value of interest rate swap agreement
 
 
 
 
318 
563 
 
 
 
 
(318)
(563)
 
 
 
 
 
 
318 
563 
 
 
 
 
318 
563 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustment
928 
(6,994)
(3,981)
(8,558)
708 
(1,734)
(928)
6,994 
3,981 
8,558 
(708)
1,734 
 
 
928 
(6,994)
(3,981)
(8,558)
708 
(1,734)
444 
(4,408)
(1,959)
(4,641)
708 
(2,104)
484 
(2,586)
(2,022)
(3,917)
 
370 
 
 
Total other comprehensive (loss) income
928 
(6,994)
(3,981)
(8,558)
1,026 
(1,171)
 
6,994 
3,981 
8,558 
(1,026)
1,171 
 
 
 
(6,994)
(3,981)
(8,558)
1,026 
(1,171)
 
(4,408)
(1,959)
(4,641)
1,026 
(1,541)
 
(2,586)
(2,022)
(3,917)
 
370 
 
 
Comprehensive loss before non-controlling interests
 
 
 
 
(153,810)
(63,576)
 
 
 
 
152,491 
69,717 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(152,491)
(69,717)
 
 
 
 
(144,419)
(48,452)
 
 
 
 
(9,391)
(15,124)
 
 
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests
 
 
 
 
(1,319)
6,141 
 
 
 
 
 
(973)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6,781 
6,769 
 
 
 
 
(8,100)
345 
 
 
Comprehensive (loss) income
$ (29,174)
$ (180,009)
$ (91,322)
$ (133,071)
$ (152,491)
$ (69,717)
$ 46,723 
$ 194,783 
$ 82,993 
$ 130,823 
$ 152,491 
$ 70,690 
$ (123,015)
$ (27,341)
$ (29,174)
$ (180,009)
$ (91,322)
$ (133,071)
$ (152,491)
$ (69,717)
$ (17,845)
$ (65,737)
$ (51,439)
$ (59,823)
$ (151,200)
$ (55,221)
$ 1,224 
$ (6,031)
$ (4,213)
$ (6,487)
$ (1,291)
$ (15,469)
$ (30,102)
$ (64,513)
Guarantor and Non-Guarantor Supplemental Financial Information (Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows) (Detail) (USD $)
1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 1 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 11 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Sep. 30, 2014
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Nov. 16, 2012
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Eliminations [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Eliminations [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Parent [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
APX Group, Inc. [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2012
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2014
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Sep. 30, 2013
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Dec. 31, 2013
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Nov. 16, 2012
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Dec. 31, 2011
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member]
Predecessor [Member]
Cash flows from operating activities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities
$ (25,243,000)
$ 91,656,000 
$ 139,671,000 
$ 79,425,000 
$ 95,371,000 
$ (36,842,000)
$ (60,000,000)
$ (3,802,000)
$ 60,000,000 
$ 399,000 
$ (1,725,000)
$ (115,000)
$ (201,000)
 
$ (22,272,000)
$ 56,833,000 
$ 105,177,000 
$ 43,219,000 
$ 100,385,000 
$ (47,002,000)
$ 326,000 
$ 36,548,000 
$ 34,609,000 
$ 36,407,000 
$ 43,330,000 
$ 13,962,000 
Cash flows from investing activities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Subscriber contract costs
(12,938,000)
(284,912,000)
(267,232,000)
(298,643,000)
(263,731,000)
(203,577,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(11,683,000)
(258,407,000)
(240,678,000)
(270,707,000)
(205,705,000)
(178,824,000)
(1,255,000)
(26,505,000)
(26,554,000)
(27,936,000)
(58,026,000)
(24,753,000)
Capital expenditures
(1,456,000)
(19,856,000)
(5,788,000)
(8,676,000)
(5,894,000)
(6,521,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1,333,000)
(19,668,000)
(5,764,000)
(8,620,000)
(5,231,000)
(6,516,000)
(123,000)
(188,000)
(24,000)
(56,000)
(663,000)
(5,000)
Proceeds from the sale of capital assets
 
 
9,000 
9,000 
274,000 
185,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
9,000 
9,000 
274,000 
185,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from the sale of subsidiary
 
 
144,750,000 
144,750,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
144,750,000 
144,750,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Investment in subsidiary
 
   
 
 
 
 
254,394,000 
45,068,000 
 
(67,626,000)
(266,649,000)
(178,077,000)
(254,394,000)
(45,068,000)
(3,696,000)
   
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
Acquisition of intangible assets
 
(6,421,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
(6,421,000)
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
Net cash used in acquisition
(1,915,473,000)
(18,500,000)
(4,272,000)
(4,272,000)
 
 
 
 
 
(1,915,473,000)
 
 
 
 
 
(18,500,000)
(4,272,000)
(4,272,000)
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
Other assets
(19,587,000)
(92,000)
(8,180,000)
(9,645,000)
(743,000)
2,310,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(19,587,000)
 
 
(9,648,000)
(725,000)
2,315,000 
 
 
 
3,000 
(18,000)
(5,000)
Investment in marketable securities
 
(60,000,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(60,000,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from marketable securities
 
60,069,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
60,069,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
Investment in convertible note
 
(3,000,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(3,000,000)
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
Other assets
 
(92,000)
(8,189,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(99,000)
(8,192,000)
 
 
 
 
7,000 
3,000 
 
 
 
Net cash used in investing activities
(1,949,454,000)
(332,712,000)
(140,722,000)
(176,477,000)
(270,094,000)
(207,603,000)
254,394,000 
45,068,000 
 
(1,983,099,000)
(266,580,000)
(33,327,000)
(109,644,000)
(45,068,000)
(36,299,000)
(306,095,000)
(258,897,000)
(293,238,000)
(211,387,000)
(182,840,000)
(1,378,000)
(26,686,000)
(26,575,000)
(27,989,000)
(58,707,000)
(24,763,000)
Cash flows from financing activities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from note payable
1,305,000,000 
102,000,000 
203,500,000 
457,250,000 
116,163,000 
187,500,000 
 
(5,000,000)
 
1,333,000,000 
 
203,500,000 
457,250,000 
 
 
 
 
 
116,163,000 
187,500,000 
 
 
 
 
 
5,000,000 
Proceeds from issuance of notes
 
102,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
102,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock and warrants
 
 
 
 
4,562,000 
45,068,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
45,068,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from the issuance of common stock in connection with acquisition of the predecessor
708,453,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
708,453,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from issuance of preferred stock by Solar
 
 
 
 
5,000,000 
5,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5,000,000 
5,000,000 
Capital contributions-non-controlling interest
 
 
 
 
9,193,000 
224,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
9,193,000 
224,000 
Borrowings from revolving line of credit
28,000,000 
 
22,500,000 
22,500,000 
105,000,000 
87,300,000 
 
 
 
 
 
22,500,000 
22,500,000 
 
 
 
 
 
101,000,000 
87,300,000 
 
 
 
 
4,000,000 
 
Intercompany receivable
 
 
 
 
   
 
(7,096,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(14,666,000)
(9,451,000)
7,096,000 
(46,036,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Intercompany payable
 
 
 
 
   
 
(247,298,000)
(36,266,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
63,112,000 
266,649,000 
178,077,000 
254,394,000 
 
36,266,000 
4,514,000 
14,666,000 
9,451,000 
(7,096,000)
2,254,000 
 
Repayments of revolving line of credit
 
 
(50,500,000)
(50,500,000)
(42,241,000)
(75,209,000)
 
 
 
 
 
(50,500,000)
(50,500,000)
 
 
 
 
 
(42,241,000)
(75,209,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from contract sales
 
2,261,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2,261,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Change in restricted cash
 
161,000 
 
(161,000)
(152,000)
(1,348,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
161,000 
 
(161,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
(152,000)
(1,348,000)
Repayments of capital lease obligations
(353,000)
(4,528,000)
(5,208,000)
(7,207,000)
(4,060,000)
(2,357,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(353,000)
(4,526,000)
(5,208,000)
(7,207,000)
(4,060,000)
(2,357,000)
 
(2,000)
 
 
 
 
Excess tax benefit from share-based payment awards
 
 
 
 
2,651,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2,651,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deferred financing costs
(58,354,000)
(2,782,000)
(5,429,000)
(10,896,000)
(6,684,000)
(2,000,000)
 
 
 
(58,354,000)
(2,782,000)
(5,429,000)
(10,896,000)
 
 
 
 
 
(5,720,000)
(2,000,000)
 
 
 
 
(964,000)
 
Payment of dividends
 
(50,000,000)
(60,000,000)
(60,000,000)
(80,000)
 
60,000,000 
 
(60,000,000)
 
(50,000,000)
(60,000,000)
(60,000,000)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(80,000)
 
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
1,982,746,000 
47,112,000 
104,863,000 
350,986,000 
189,352,000 
244,178,000 
(194,394,000)
(41,266,000)
(60,000,000)
1,983,099,000 
49,218,000 
110,071,000 
358,354,000 
45,068,000 
62,759,000 
249,879,000 
163,418,000 
254,122,000 
121,757,000 
231,500,000 
4,514,000 
14,664,000 
9,451,000 
(7,096,000)
19,251,000 
8,876,000 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
41,000 
(775,000)
(169,000)
(119,000)
(251,000)
247,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
41,000 
(775,000)
(169,000)
(119,000)
(251,000)
247,000 
Net (decrease) increase in cash
8,090,000 
(194,719,000)
103,643,000 
253,815,000 
14,378,000 
(20,000)
 
 
 
399,000 
(219,087,000)
76,629,000 
248,509,000 
 
4,188,000 
617,000 
9,698,000 
4,103,000 
10,755,000 
1,658,000 
3,503,000 
23,751,000 
17,316,000 
1,203,000 
3,623,000 
(1,678,000)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
41,000 
(775,000)
(169,000)
(119,000)
(251,000)
247,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
41,000 
(775,000)
(169,000)
(119,000)
(251,000)
247,000 
Net increase (decrease) in cash
8,090,000 
(194,719,000)
103,643,000 
253,815,000 
14,378,000 
(20,000)
 
 
 
399,000 
(219,087,000)
76,629,000 
248,509,000 
 
4,188,000 
617,000 
9,698,000 
4,103,000 
10,755,000 
1,658,000 
3,503,000 
23,751,000 
17,316,000 
1,203,000 
3,623,000 
(1,678,000)
Cash:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Beginning of period
 
261,905,000 
8,090,000 
8,090,000 
3,680,000 
3,700,000 
 
 
 
 
248,908,000 
399,000 
399,000 
 
 
8,291,000 
4,188,000 
4,188,000 
5,358,000 
3,700,000 
 
4,706,000 
3,503,000 
3,503,000 
(1,678,000)
 
End of period
$ 8,090,000 
$ 67,186,000 
$ 111,733,000 
$ 261,905,000 
$ 18,058,000 
$ 3,680,000 
 
 
 
$ 399,000 
$ 29,821,000 
$ 77,028,000 
$ 248,908,000 
 
$ 4,188,000 
$ 8,908,000 
$ 13,886,000 
$ 8,291,000 
$ 13,572,000 
$ 5,358,000 
$ 3,503,000 
$ 28,457,000 
$ 20,819,000 
$ 4,706,000 
$ 4,486,000 
$ (1,678,000)
Facility Fire - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
 
Fire damage, recognized gross expenses
$ 7.1 
Probable insurance recoveries
2.8 
Scenario, Forecast [Member]
 
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
 
Probable insurance recoveries
3.5 
General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
 
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
 
Probable insurance recoveries
$ 6.2 
Subsequent Event - Additional Information (Detail) (Solar [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
0 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Oct. 10, 2014
Subsequent Event [Member]
Oct. 10, 2014
Subsequent Event [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Capital contribution received
 
 
$ 55.0 
 
Notes receivable, related parties, current
20.0 
20.0 
 
20.0 
Accrued interest on loan
 
 
 
$ 2.2